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LKH 288P

1975 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKH 288P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024
Pass 17 Jun 2023
Pass 14 Sep 2021
Pass 14 Jan 2020
Pass 24 Oct 2018
Pass 20 Oct 2015
Pass 3 Oct 2014 38,400 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013
Pass 16 Aug 2012

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2011

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 36,945 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 36,945 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 16 May 2009 35,782 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 34,841 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 42,347 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 41,816 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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LKH 288P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LKH 288P, 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 LKH 288P?

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What year was LKH 288P registered?

LKH 288P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is LKH 288P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKH 288P shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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