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K176 KAU

1993 Ford Econoline

White Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

44,971 mi
Last recorded44,971 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 1993 Ford Econoline119,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK176 KAU
MakeFord
ModelEconoline
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 44,971 miles

Front chassis repaired and heavily undersealed

Near side rear brake brake slow to respond but makes good effort, advise investigating

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 43,375 miles

Marked area in front of steering box poorly repaired on chassis leg, advise repairing properly (chalked)

Near side rear brake slow to respond, advise checking and sorting

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 43,370 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative All off side lights (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Next to steering box (chalked) (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Marked area in front of steering box poorly repaired on chassis leg, advise repairing properly (chalked)

Near side rear brake slow to respond, advise checking and sorting

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 41,672 miles

Hole in frame boxing on right side front, advise repairing

Fail 8 Sep 2021 41,672 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Hole in frame boxing on right side front, advise repairing

Fail 19 May 2021 41,440 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested due to rear part of exhaust detached from centre section (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 39,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 38,332 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 38,309 miles

gearbox oil cooler pipe leaking fluid

Fail 14 Oct 2017 38,309 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

gearbox oil cooler pipe leaking fluid

Pass 17 Sep 2016 38,284 miles

under body corrosion

Fail 17 Sep 2016 38,284 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering siil arch section (6.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under body corrosion

Pass 19 Sep 2015 37,999 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2015 37,992 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 377,231 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 372,262 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 36,375 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 35,869 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 35,132 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 34,780 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 34,478 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 33,437 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 32,267 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Econoline?

Based on 1,762 MOT tests across 206 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
1,207
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
206
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 53
fog lamp not working 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
position lamp(s) not working 34
Stop lamp not working 32
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K176 KAU is a 1993 Ford Econoline in White with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1993 Ford Econoline models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 119,391 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Econoline fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K176 KAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Econoline typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Ford Econoline is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K176 KAU registered?

K176 KAU is a 1993 Ford Econoline, first registered on 1 October 1993.

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