1996 Ford Escort 1.4L Petrol · N438 EAG
1996 Ford Escort (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 1996. Recorded mileage 93,269 miles. MOT expired on 03 Jan 2007.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Jan 2007
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (11 Apr 2006)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,269 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
N438 EAG Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/01/2006
- 93,269 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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N438 EAG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1996 Ford Escort (N438 EAG) between January 2006 and January 2006.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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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