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KFG 194W

1980 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,673 mi
Last recorded78,673 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFG 194W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 78,673 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

moisture at nearside rear hub

Pass 3 Jun 2019 78,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 78,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule & offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 78,276 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 78,166 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 77,810 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 77,517 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 77,050 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 15 May 2012 77,045 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

oil leak at n/s rear oter axle seal

Pass 14 May 2011 68,846 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 45,440 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 45,440 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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KFG 194W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 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 KFG 194W, 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 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KFG 194W registered?

KFG 194W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KFG 194W safe to buy?

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