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K426 KNO

1998 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62 mi
Last recorded62 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Ford Escort63,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK426 KNO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 62 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 82,963 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 82,935 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 82,915 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 82,901 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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K426 KNO is a 1998 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 63,332 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 K426 KNO, 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 28 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 K426 KNO registered?

K426 KNO is a 1998 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K426 KNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K426 KNO shows 5 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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