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B9 COS

1995 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

39,131 mi
Last recorded39,131 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 COS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 39,131 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 38,723 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 38,328 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 37,523 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 36,779 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 36,353 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 36,148 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 35,892 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 35,713 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,351 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 34,832 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 34,083 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 32,972 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 31,937 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 31,937 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 31,104 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 30,718 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 28,942 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 28,199 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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B9 COS is a 1995 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1995 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 61,362 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 B9 COS, 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 31 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 B9 COS?

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What year was B9 COS registered?

B9 COS is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 August 1995.

Is B9 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 COS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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