The road tax status for CJM 176 is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for CJM 176?

The first MOT test for CJM 176 is due by 28 September 1991.

What is the recorded mileage of CJM 176?

The recorded mileage for CJM 176 is 54,504 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is CJM 176 ULEZ compliant?

No, CJM 176 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

1988 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · CJM 176

CJM 176

1988 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/09/1988. Recorded mileage 54,504 miles.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1988 · Cardiff
MOT Status: —
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 54,504 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 54,504 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1988
Engine: 1597cc

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CJM 176 Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 27/08/2008
54,504 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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CJM 176 Mileage History

08/09/200650,271 mi
07/09/200752,184 mi+1,913 mi
11/09/200752,201 mi+17 mi
27/08/200854,504 mi+2,303 mi

Average of roughly 2,151 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

CJM 176 MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Ford Escort (CJM 176) between September 2006 and August 2008.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 August 2008 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)”.

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