The road tax status for P181 ACU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P181 ACU?

The MOT for P181 ACU is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P181 ACU?

The recorded mileage for P181 ACU is 61,472 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P181 ACU ULEZ compliant?

No, P181 ACU 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

MOT Valid

1997 Ford Escort 1.8L Petrol · P181 ACU

P181 ACU

1997 Ford Escort (1.8L, petrol). First registered 10/04/1997. Recorded mileage 61,472 miles. MOT valid until 13/05/2027.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 61,472 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 13/05/2027

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Mileage: 61,472 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1997
Engine: 1796cc

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P181 ACU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/05/2026
61,472 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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P181 ACU Mileage History

25/06/202259,245 mi
27/06/202359,453 mi+208 mi
27/06/202359,455 mi+2 mi
15/05/202560,443 mi+988 mi
05/05/202661,472 mi+1,029 mi

Average of roughly 577 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

P181 ACU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 01:03

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Ford Escort (P181 ACU) between June 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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