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LKY 311P

1976 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

8,677 mi
Last recorded8,677 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKY 311P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 8,677 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 8,290 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 7,999 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 7,586 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 6,996 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 6,640 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 6,513 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 6,199 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 5,722 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 5,470 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 4,740 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 4,010 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 3,499 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 2,878 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 2,464 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,247 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 2,048 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 1,801 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 1,801 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 1,319 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 984 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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LKY 311P is a 1976 Ford Escort in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 LKY 311P, 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 50 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 LKY 311P registered?

LKY 311P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 1976.

Is LKY 311P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LKY 311P shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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