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KWC 646Y

1983 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,873 mi
Last recorded70,873 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Escort55,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWC 646Y
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 70,873 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 70,739 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 70,641 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 69,783 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 69,130 miles

Both rear tyres showing signs of detteriation.

Pass 28 Aug 2012 68,989 miles

Both rear tyres showing signs of detteriation.

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Wiper blades showing signs of detteriation.

Pass 2 Aug 2011 68,909 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 68,905 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 68,528 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 68,856 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 68,088 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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KWC 646Y is a 1983 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1983 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 55,626 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 KWC 646Y, 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 43 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 KWC 646Y registered?

KWC 646Y is a 1983 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 April 1983.

Is KWC 646Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWC 646Y shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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