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PKN 645R

1976 Ford Escort

Yellow Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,839 mi
Last recorded28,839 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKN 645R
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 28,839 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Rear leaf springs corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2023 28,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure sitting on axle and hand brake cable (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering rack likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Rear leaf springs corroded

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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PKN 645R is a 1976 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 PKN 645R, 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 PKN 645R registered?

PKN 645R is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 20 October 1976.

Is PKN 645R safe to buy?

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