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M406 KPA

1995 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,218 mi
Last recorded93,218 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2012
Typical for 1995 Ford Escort61,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM406 KPA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2012 93,218 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 86,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Inner Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 86,006 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2010 79,338 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 79,338 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 75,623 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 73,695 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 72,589 miles

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 71,747 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

front number plate has crack

middle box exhaust has noise

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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M406 KPA is a 1995 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1995 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 61,362 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 M406 KPA, 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 31 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 M406 KPA registered?

M406 KPA is a 1995 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 February 1995.

Is M406 KPA safe to buy?

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