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KGC 114T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,642 mi
Last recorded49,642 miles
Recorded on25 May 2006
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGC 114T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 May 2006 49,642 miles

The n/s and o/s rear leaf spring swing-shackle bushes are worn almost to excess.

The n/s/r outer sill panel is corroded almost to excess.

The o/s/r tyre has just 1.6mm tread (minimum).

The rear and second-rear exhaust hangers are splitting.

The sun visors are loose and tend to fall down in service.

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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KGC 114T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KGC 114T, 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 KGC 114T registered?

KGC 114T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 May 1979.

Is KGC 114T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGC 114T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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