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KHU 354X

1982 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,223 mi
Last recorded65,223 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Escort56,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHU 354X
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2025 65,223 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 64,463 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 62,854 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 61,723 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 59,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 58,401 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine oil leak.

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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KHU 354X is a 1982 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 56,068 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 KHU 354X, 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 44 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 KHU 354X?

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What year was KHU 354X registered?

KHU 354X is a 1982 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 May 1982.

Is KHU 354X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KHU 354X shows 6 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 KHU 354X have outstanding finance?

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