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KBM 188V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,886 mi
Last recorded75,886 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBM 188V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 75,886 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 75,865 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 75,830 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 75,723 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 75,706 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 75,691 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 75,578 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 75,507 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 75,440 miles

decel brake test carried out as limited slip differential fitted to vehicle

Pass 13 Mar 2017 75,344 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2016 75,220 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 75,140 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,101 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 74,454 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 73,618 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 72,382 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 72,382 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 72,351 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 72,351 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 72,301 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 72,101 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 71,912 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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KBM 188V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 49,279 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 KBM 188V, 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 47 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 KBM 188V registered?

KBM 188V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 13 November 1979.

Is KBM 188V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBM 188V shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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