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KAO 276V

2007 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2007 Ford Escort10,500 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 276V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026
Pass 29 Nov 2024
Pass 28 Nov 2023
Pass 27 Aug 2022
Pass 22 Apr 2021
Pass 11 May 2019
Pass 22 Jul 2015
Pass 24 Jul 2014
Pass 7 Mar 2013

1.noise and roughness in o/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 23 Aug 2011
Fail 22 Aug 2011

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 10,500 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2007

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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KAO 276V is a 2007 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 10,500 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KAO 276V, 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 19 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAO 276V?

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What year was KAO 276V registered?

KAO 276V is a 2007 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 September 2007.

Is KAO 276V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 276V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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