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NYV 381L

1972 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,341 mi
Last recorded4,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 Ford Escort45,803 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYV 381L
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 4,341 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 4,341 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 3,950 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 3,718 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 2,165 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 261 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 90,171 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 89,083 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 88,954 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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NYV 381L is a 1972 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 45,803 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NYV 381L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 54 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NYV 381L registered?

NYV 381L is a 1972 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 November 1972.

Is NYV 381L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYV 381L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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