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KRV 16F

1968 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,186 mi
Last recorded57,186 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1968 Ford Escort38,716 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRV 16F
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 57,186 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 57,186 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 571,583 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 57,149 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 57,142 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 57,131 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 57,126 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 56,879 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 56,729 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 56,541 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 56,231 miles

offside rear brake pipe damp

slight exhaust blow

Pass 9 May 2012 56,049 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,828 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 55,695 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 55,433 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,139 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 54,139 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 52,434 miles

front brakes noisey poss dust in drums

rear exhaust repaired change soon required

Fail 18 Nov 2006 52,394 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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KRV 16F is a 1968 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1968 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 38,716 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 KRV 16F, 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 58 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 KRV 16F registered?

KRV 16F is a 1968 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 May 1968.

Is KRV 16F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRV 16F shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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