No, D153 CLC is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for D153 CLC?

The MOT for D153 CLC is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 August 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of D153 CLC?

The recorded mileage for D153 CLC is 9,486 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is D153 CLC ULEZ compliant?

No, D153 CLC 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

1987 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · D153 CLC

D153 CLC

1987 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/1987. Recorded mileage 9,486 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1987 · Chester
MOT Status: Valid until 10/08/2009
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 9,486 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 10/08/2009

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 9,486 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1987
Engine: 1597cc

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D153 CLC Key Findings

6 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2008
9,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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D153 CLC Mileage History

31/05/20061,351 mi
28/06/20061,420 mi+69 mi
19/07/20074,865 mi+3,445 mi
03/08/20074,869 mi+4 mi
11/08/20074,877 mi+8 mi
11/08/20089,486 mi+4,609 mi

Average of roughly 3,700 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.

D153 CLC MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Ford Escort (D153 CLC) between May 2006 and August 2008.

The record contains 3 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 11 August 2008 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (13 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)”; “Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)”.

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