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KGN 2N

1975 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGN 2N
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021
Pass 7 Aug 2020
Pass 16 Jan 2019
Pass 2 Sep 2017

emission visual check

Pass 23 Aug 2014
Pass 22 Jul 2011
Fail 15 Jul 2011

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 1,225 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 271 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 5,989 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 3,632 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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KGN 2N is a 1975 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1975 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 44,389 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 KGN 2N, 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 51 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KGN 2N?

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What year was KGN 2N registered?

KGN 2N is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 May 1975.

Is KGN 2N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGN 2N shows 11 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.

Does KGN 2N have outstanding finance?

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