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Q409KKL

1999 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,695 mi
Last recorded31,695 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Ford Escort64,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ409KKL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 31,695 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 31,260 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 31,073 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 31,043 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 30,772 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 30,465 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 30,027 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 29,282 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 27,887 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 27,128 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 26,055 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,795 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 24,546 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 24,490 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 24,490 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 21,105 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 18,508 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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Q409KKL is a 1999 Ford Escort in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1999 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 64,030 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 Q409KKL, 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 27 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q409KKL registered?

Q409KKL is a 1999 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is Q409KKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q409KKL shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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