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ONJ 75R

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONJ 75R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014
Pass 16 Nov 2012
Pass 1 Oct 2011
Pass 24 Sep 2010
Pass 1 Oct 2009
Pass 12 Nov 2007

nsf/osr/nsr rotation on tyres fitted wrong way

Fail 12 Nov 2007

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

nsf/osr/nsr rotation on tyres fitted wrong way

Pass 4 Nov 2006 90,907 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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ONJ 75R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 ONJ 75R, 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 50 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ONJ 75R?

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What year was ONJ 75R registered?

ONJ 75R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 August 1976.

Is ONJ 75R safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONJ 75R shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ONJ 75R have outstanding finance?

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