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1986 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · C801 KVX

C801 KVX

1986 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1986. Recorded mileage 67,313 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin
1986 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 20 Jul 2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
67,313 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 20 Jul 2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1986
Engine
1597cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, as the most recent MOT test on 2025-07-22 at 67,313 miles passed without defects. The history is clean, showing no recurring faults or structural issues; the braking system was only flagged in 2023-04-19 as needing adjustment rather than repair, and the exhaust carbon monoxide value remained within acceptable limits. The mileage profile reflects a significant gap between the vehicle's age and its recorded statistics, with only 1,683 miles accumulated in approximately 40 years. This pattern suggests the car has been used relatively lightly for a long duration, which could indicate that the drivetrain components and suspension have been maintained effectively over time, rather than accumulating wear from heavy use. Given the lack of recurring faults and the fact that the most recent test was performed well over a year ago, the vehicle appears to be in good condition for its age. However, the 2023-04-19 failure to meet the parking brake efficiency threshold warrants a specific inspection of the brake disc and caliper assembly, as this could indicate a potential issue that may have been overlooked during the initial assessment.

C801 KVX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2025
  • 67,313 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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C801 KVX Mileage History

  1. 11/04/202267,271 mi
  2. 12/04/202267,271 mi
  3. 19/04/202367,288 mi+17 mi
  4. 22/07/202467,302 mi+14 mi
  5. 22/07/202567,313 mi+11 mi

Average of roughly 13 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

C801 KVX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 02:49
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Ford Escort (C801 KVX) between April 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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