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KCZ 8572

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,328 mi
Last recorded87,328 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 8572
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2008 87,328 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise handbrake will soon require adjusting.

front bumper damaged

nearside rear off chassis slightly corroded

Fail 13 Sep 2008 87,328 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front bumper damaged

nearside rear off chassis slightly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2007 79,971 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 79,960 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion sills, corrosion o.s.r. brake pipe, corrosion n.s.r. chassis, o.s. park brake lower reading.

Pass 19 Sep 2006 75,813 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 75,813 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

offside rear wheelarch corroded

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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KCZ 8572 is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 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 KCZ 8572, 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 30 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 KCZ 8572 registered?

KCZ 8572 is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is KCZ 8572 safe to buy?

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