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COS 2J

1992 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,887 mi
Last recorded17,887 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Ford Escort55,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOS 2J
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 17,887 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 16,730 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 16,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 15,517 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 15,017 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 14,996 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 14,990 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,893 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 14,394 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 13,336 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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COS 2J is a 1992 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 55,899 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 COS 2J, 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 34 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 COS 2J?

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What year was COS 2J registered?

COS 2J is a 1992 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 September 1992.

Is COS 2J safe to buy?

The MOT history for COS 2J shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COS 2J have outstanding finance?

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