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K11 COS

1993 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,668 mi
Last recorded82,668 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK11 COS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 82,668 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 82,255 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 81,902 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 81,350 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 80,764 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 80,009 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 79,684 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 79,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

non standard wheels,tyres brakes,suspension fitted at time test.

Pass 29 Jun 2018 79,086 miles

Exhaust noisy non standard exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

non standard wheels & tyres fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Jun 2017 78,679 miles

non standard suspension & brakes fitted

non standard wheels & tyres fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jul 2016 78,403 miles

non standard exhaust system

non standard wheels tyres fitted at time of test.

Pass 3 Jun 2015 77,777 miles

non standard wheels,tyres,suspension & engine & lights fitted at time of test.

Pass 23 May 2014 77,271 miles

non standard wheels/tyres,exhaust.suspension & headlights fitted at time of test.

Pass 6 Jun 2013 76,784 miles

non standard wheels/tyres,suspension & exhaust fitted at time of test. twin headlight conversion fitted.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 76,268 miles

non standard wheels/tyres/exhaust suspension /headlights. emissions tested to non cat limits.1.43% co.

Pass 26 Apr 2011 75,040 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges.

non standard wheels,tyres,suspension.exhaust fitted at time of test. emissions tested to non cat/limits.

Pass 8 Apr 2010 74,014 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyres worn on inside edges.

fuel pump noise?

non standard wheels,tyres.suspension & exhaust & brakes fitted at time of test. emissions tested to non cat/limits 1.70% co

Pass 2 Apr 2009 72,552 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

non standard wheels,tyres,exhaust,engine & suspension fitted at time of test. emissions tested to non cat/limits.2.42%co

Pass 26 Mar 2008 71,527 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

non standard wheels,brakes,suspension,exhaust & engine,front lights fitted at time of test.emmisions tested to non catalyst metered standards CO.1.96%

Pass 13 Apr 2007 69,594 miles

offside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 20 Mar 2006 68,633 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

modified brakes fitted & lower springs.

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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K11 COS is a 1993 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 56,188 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 K11 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 33 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 K11 COS registered?

K11 COS is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 March 1993.

Is K11 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K11 COS shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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