No, N838 YOF is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for N838 YOF?

The MOT for N838 YOF is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 May 2011.

What is the recorded mileage of N838 YOF?

The recorded mileage for N838 YOF is 78,361 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N838 YOF ULEZ compliant?

No, N838 YOF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1996 Ford Escort 1.4L Petrol · N838 YOF

N838 YOF

1996 Ford Escort (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/04/1996. Recorded mileage 78,361 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/05/2011
Road Tax: Untaxed (13/09/2010)
Recorded Mileage: 78,361 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 11/05/2011

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 13/09/2010

Mileage: 78,361 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1996
Engine: 1391cc

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N838 YOF Key Findings

7 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2010
78,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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N838 YOF Mileage History

12/04/200654,212 mi
04/04/200757,495 mi+3,283 mi
18/04/200864,385 mi+6,890 mi
25/04/200972,267 mi+7,882 mi
29/04/200972,267 mi
24/04/201078,198 mi+5,931 mi
12/05/201078,361 mi+163 mi

Average of roughly 5,916 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.

N838 YOF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 02:40

MOT Analysis

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7 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Ford Escort (N838 YOF) between April 2006 and May 2010.

The record contains 5 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 May 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.

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