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KKA 273P

1976 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,988 mi
Last recorded94,988 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1976 Ford Escort39,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKA 273P
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 31 May 2025 94,988 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 94,626 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 94,278 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 94,125 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 93,618 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 93,349 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 92,517 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 92,144 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 91,823 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 90,956 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 90,496 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2013 89,849 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 89,383 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 88,923 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 88,174 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 87,877 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 87,315 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 86,041 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 84,197 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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KKA 273P is a 1976 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 39,615 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 KKA 273P, 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 50 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KKA 273P?

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What year was KKA 273P registered?

KKA 273P is a 1976 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 March 1976.

Is KKA 273P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKA 273P shows 19 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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