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KAZ 5246

1987 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,391 mi
Last recorded80,391 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Ford Escort52,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAZ 5246
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2026 80,391 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 80,277 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 80,267 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 80,223 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 79,688 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 79,123 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2020 78,988 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 78,823 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 78,813 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 78,641 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 78,410 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 78,199 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 77,022 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 76,184 miles

front and rear number plates have a honey comb back ground but reg before 2001

Pass 8 Mar 2012 75,149 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front and rear number plates have a honey comb back ground but reg befor 2001

Pass 30 Mar 2011 73,987 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 73,727 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 73,097 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 71,809 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 69,951 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 68,023 miles

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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KAZ 5246 is a 1987 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 52,866 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 KAZ 5246, 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 39 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KAZ 5246 registered?

KAZ 5246 is a 1987 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 1987.

Is KAZ 5246 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAZ 5246 shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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