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E9 KOS

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,427 mi
Last recorded19,427 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE9 KOS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 19,427 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 19,405 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 17,895 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 17,643 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,562 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 13,584 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 13,185 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 11,362 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 9,263 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,523 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2006 97,196 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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E9 KOS is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 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 E9 KOS, 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E9 KOS registered?

E9 KOS is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is E9 KOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E9 KOS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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