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K412 PFW

1992 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,082 mi
Last recorded79,082 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK412 PFW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2020 79,082 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 76,357 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 74,096 miles

Front flexey hoses ferrals rusty

Pass 13 May 2015 74,043 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 73,749 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 72,607 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 72,107 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 71,095 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 69,384 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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K412 PFW is a 1992 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 K412 PFW, 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 34 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K412 PFW registered?

K412 PFW is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K412 PFW safe to buy?

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