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R40 BUK

2023 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,961 mi
Last recorded8,961 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 BUK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2023
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 8,961 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2006 28,454 miles

center exhaust heat shield poorly mounted

front tyres worn low

trims fitted to outersills unable to view

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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R40 BUK is a 2023 Ford Escort in White with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R40 BUK, 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 3 years old, this Ford Escort is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R40 BUK registered?

R40 BUK is a 2023 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 May 2023.

Is R40 BUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 BUK shows 2 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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