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KHG 2T

1978 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,268 mi
Last recorded26,268 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHG 2T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2023 26,268 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 26,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front end of antiroll bar close to brake caliper mount when steering on full lock

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear leaf spring centre mount bush worn

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front end of antiroll bar close to brake caliper mount when steering on full lock

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear leaf spring centre mount bush worn

Pass 23 Jun 2017 26,160 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 26,063 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 25,925 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside head light loose - aim ok

sunvisor/ small wipers fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,697 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 25,100 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 24,766 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 24,377 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 23,908 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 75,466 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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KHG 2T is a 1978 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 KHG 2T, 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 48 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 KHG 2T registered?

KHG 2T is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 August 1978.

Is KHG 2T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHG 2T shows 11 tests 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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