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K945 LTU

1993 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,477 mi
Last recorded15,477 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2010
Typical for 1993 Ford Escort56,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK945 LTU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2010 15,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to check outer sills due to trims fitted

Fail 5 Feb 2010 15,477 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

unable to check outer sills due to trims fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2008 9,074 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 1,316 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 95,544 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 95,544 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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K945 LTU is a 1993 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K945 LTU, 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 K945 LTU registered?

K945 LTU is a 1993 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 February 1993.

Is K945 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K945 LTU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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