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KBG 291P

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,999 mi
Last recorded89,999 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBG 291P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 89,999 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 89,920 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 89,801 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 89,616 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

drivers side indicator tell tail dim

Pass 21 Jun 2011 89,286 miles

driver side indicater dash tel tail not working

Pass 4 Jun 2010 88,695 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 87,815 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 87,815 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 87,395 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 87,391 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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KBG 291P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBG 291P, 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 50 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 KBG 291P registered?

KBG 291P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 June 1976.

Is KBG 291P safe to buy?

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