The road tax status for D161 HMC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for D161 HMC?

The MOT for D161 HMC is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of D161 HMC?

The recorded mileage for D161 HMC is 93,193 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is D161 HMC ULEZ compliant?

No, D161 HMC 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

1986 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · D161 HMC

D161 HMC

1986 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04/08/1986. Recorded mileage 93,193 miles. MOT valid until 11/05/2027.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1986 · Chester
MOT Status: Valid until 11/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 93,193 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/05/2027

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Mileage: 93,193 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1986
Engine: 1597cc

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D161 HMC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
93,193 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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D161 HMC Mileage History

23/02/202392,772 mi
23/02/202392,772 mi
13/05/202492,896 mi+124 mi
28/04/202593,009 mi+113 mi
11/05/202693,193 mi+184 mi

Average of roughly 131 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

D161 HMC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 16:52

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Ford Escort (D161 HMC) between February 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 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: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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