The road tax status for B490 CUH is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for B490 CUH?

The MOT for B490 CUH is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of B490 CUH?

The recorded mileage for B490 CUH is 80,676 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is B490 CUH ULEZ compliant?

No, B490 CUH 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

1985 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · B490 CUH

B490 CUH

1985 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 15/04/1985. Recorded mileage 80,676 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1985 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 16/07/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 80,676 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 16/07/2025

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Mileage: 80,676 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1985
Engine: 1597cc

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B490 CUH Key Findings

3 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2024
80,676 miles recorded at latest MOT
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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B490 CUH Mileage History

18/01/202280,469 mi
01/02/202380,590 mi+121 mi
18/07/202480,676 mi+86 mi

Average of roughly 83 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

B490 CUH MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 9 Sept 2026, 15:30

MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 Ford Escort (B490 CUH) between January 2022 and July 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

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

In total 1 advisory notice is 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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