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B26 JKR

1988 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

14,968 mi
Last recorded14,968 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Ford Escort53,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB26 JKR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 14,968 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 14,483 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 14,483 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 14,335 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 14,066 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 13,716 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 12,759 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 12,565 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 11,533 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 10,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 10,950 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 10,371 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 9,824 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 9,247 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 8,291 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 7,412 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 6,463 miles

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 18 May 2006 5,736 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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B26 JKR is a 1988 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1988 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 53,561 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 B26 JKR, 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 38 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 B26 JKR?

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What year was B26 JKR registered?

B26 JKR is a 1988 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is B26 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B26 JKR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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