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MGK 908P

1975 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

12,197 mi
Last recorded12,197 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1975 Ford Escort44,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGK 908P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 12,197 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 11,028 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 9,121 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 8,249 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 7,162 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,162 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 6,149 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 5,597 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 92,232 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 92,153 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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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MGK 908P is a 1975 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MGK 908P, 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 MGK 908P?

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What year was MGK 908P registered?

MGK 908P is a 1975 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 November 1975.

Is MGK 908P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGK 908P shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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