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EKH 742J

2014 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,154 mi
Last recorded27,154 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 2014 Ford Escort54,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKH 742J
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2014
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,154 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 27,047 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 26,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 26,127 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

windscreen missing at time of testing

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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EKH 742J is a 2014 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2014 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 54,210 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 EKH 742J, 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 12 years old, this Ford Escort is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EKH 742J registered?

EKH 742J is a 2014 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 October 2014.

Is EKH 742J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKH 742J shows 4 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 EKH 742J have outstanding finance?

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