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KYR 174P

1975 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,185 mi
Last recorded80,185 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYR 174P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 80,185 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 80,165 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 80,091 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 80,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 80,041 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 79,995 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 79,695 miles

Battery insecure

Indicator flash rate slightly low

Pass 25 Jun 2011 79,178 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 78,651 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 78,651 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 78,499 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 78,482 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front brake pads fitted incorectly

Pass 4 Oct 2007 788,247 miles

brakes just above limit of 50% reading 57%

Fail 4 Oct 2007 788,247 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

brakes just above limit of 50% reading 57%

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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KYR 174P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KYR 174P, 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

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What year was KYR 174P registered?

KYR 174P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 September 1975.

Is KYR 174P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYR 174P shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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