1986 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · KIW 7249
1986 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11 Apr 1986. Recorded mileage 54,499 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,499 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KIW 7249 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2026
- 54,499 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KIW 7249 MOT History
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 (KIW 7249) between May 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 July 2026 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: Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
KIW 7249 Mileage History
- 03/05/202353,861 mi
- 30/07/202454,052 mi+191 mi
- 30/07/202454,052 mi
- 18/07/202554,303 mi+251 mi
- 23/07/202654,499 mi+196 mi
Average of roughly 198 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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