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AKN 344T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,418 mi
Last recorded81,418 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKN 344T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2017 81,418 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 81,383 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 81,323 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 81,281 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 81,248 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 81,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 81,162 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 81,103 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 81,074 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 81,046 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 81,004 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 80,969 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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AKN 344T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 AKN 344T, 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 48 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 AKN 344T registered?

AKN 344T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 August 1978.

Is AKN 344T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKN 344T shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKN 344T have outstanding finance?

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