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NSC 714X

1982 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,794 mi
Last recorded89,794 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSC 714X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 89,794 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 89,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 89,395 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 89,392 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 88,760 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 88,121 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 88,117 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 87,320 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 86,637 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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NSC 714X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 NSC 714X, 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 44 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 NSC 714X registered?

NSC 714X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is NSC 714X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSC 714X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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