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KNO 112V

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,781 mi
Last recorded70,781 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNO 112V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 70,781 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 70,609 miles

vehicle converted for road/rally use

Pass 25 May 2017 70,363 miles

vehicle converted for road/rally use

Pass 11 May 2016 70,089 miles

vehicle converted to race/ rally use

Pass 28 Apr 2015 69,928 miles

slight oil leak offside rear hub

vehicle converted for race/rally use

Fail 22 Apr 2015 69,880 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

slight oil leak offside rear hub

vehicle converted for race/rally use

Pass 1 May 2014 69,475 miles

vehicle converted for race/rally use

Pass 24 Apr 2013 69,178 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

vehicle modified for track and rally use

Pass 7 Dec 2011 68,783 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 68,234 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 68,127 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

slight oil leak offside rear hub

Pass 25 Jun 2009 67,376 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 66,762 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 66,711 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both front springs clunk when steering turned

offside upper sill (door check) has corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2006 66,079 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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KNO 112V is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 KNO 112V, 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 KNO 112V registered?

KNO 112V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 October 1979.

Is KNO 112V safe to buy?

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