Official DVLA Record

1985 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · C788 HAR

C788 HAR

1985 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09/12/1985. Recorded mileage 87,509 miles. MOT status: Expired.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 09/07/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1985
Engine
1597cc
Mechanical Assessment

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C788 HAR Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/07/2025
  • 87,509 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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C788 HAR Mileage History

  1. 01/04/202284,045 mi
  2. 05/04/202385,121 mi+1,076 mi
  3. 11/07/202587,509 mi+2,388 mi

Average of roughly 1,057 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

C788 HAR MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 00:08
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Ford Escort (C788 HAR) between April 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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