1998 FORD ESCORT1.8L Petrol

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass dated 9 January 2026 at 44,872 miles, though the same day shows a failure with no defects recorded. This duplicate anomaly suggests administrative error rather than mechanical fault. Across the available tests from May 2017 to January 2026 the record remains free of advisories or defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend with no worsening conditions. The 1998 Ford Escort displays exceptionally low use for its age, recording 44,598 miles on 5 May 2017 and only 44,809 by 9 May 2018, a gain of 211 miles in a year. By the recent 9 January 2026 test the odometer read 44,872, equating to just 63 miles over roughly seven years and eight months. Such minimal accumulation and the sparse test history imply long storage periods rather than active neglect of consumables. No recurring faults or structural concerns appear in the official record, so the buyer faces no flagged mechanical risks from the MOT data. Given the prolonged standing, a physical inspection should target suspension bushes, coil springs and brake discs for degradation from inactivity. Examine subframe and sill areas for concealed corrosion that a clean test might miss, and confirm the duplicate fail entry with DVSA to ensure entitlement to road use.