The road tax status for D540 OWO is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for D540 OWO?

The MOT for D540 OWO is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 November 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of D540 OWO?

The recorded mileage for D540 OWO is 2,826 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is D540 OWO ULEZ compliant?

No, D540 OWO 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

1986 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · D540 OWO

D540 OWO

1986 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1986. Recorded mileage 2,826 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1986 · Chester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 20/11/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 2,826 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 20/11/2024

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Mileage: 2,826 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1986
Engine: 1597cc

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D540 OWO Key Findings

12 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2023
2,826 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (24 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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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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D540 OWO Mileage History

31/07/2007100,398 mi
27/05/20091,121 mi-99,277 mi
09/06/20091,161 mi+40 mi
23/06/20101,774 mi+613 mi
25/06/20101,775 mi+1 mi
15/05/20142,114 mi+339 mi
16/05/20142,144 mi+30 mi
16/05/20142,144 mi
23/06/20202,661 mi+517 mi
29/07/20212,667 mi+6 mi
10/11/20232,807 mi+140 mi
21/11/20232,826 mi+19 mi

Average of roughly -5,983 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

D540 OWO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 19:15

MOT Analysis

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12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Ford Escort (D540 OWO) between July 2007 and November 2023.

The record contains 7 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 21 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (24 issues), Lighting (18 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 47 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: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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