No, R171 ESC is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R171 ESC?

The MOT for R171 ESC is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 October 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of R171 ESC?

The recorded mileage for R171 ESC is tracked across historical DVSA MOT inspection tests on IsItAGoodCar.

Is R171 ESC ULEZ compliant?

No, R171 ESC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · R171 ESC

R171 ESC

1997 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD KA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 08/10/2009
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/11/2009)
Recorded Mileage: —
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 08/10/2009

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/11/2009

Mileage: ---
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1299cc

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R171 ESC Key Findings

No MOT test records found for this registration

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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MOT Status

No MOT history available

No MOT test records were found for this registration. DVSA’s digital archive only covers tests from 2005, so a vehicle that has not been tested since then may legitimately have no visible history.