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KKM 149P

1975 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,737 mi
Last recorded48,737 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKM 149P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 48,737 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 48,400 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 48,099 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 47,021 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 46,841 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 46,680 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,691 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 46,591 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,465 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 46,287 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 56,769 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 76,021 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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KKM 149P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KKM 149P, 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 KKM 149P?

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What year was KKM 149P registered?

KKM 149P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KKM 149P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKM 149P shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KKM 149P have outstanding finance?

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