1989 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · E1 EEF
1989 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 1989. Recorded mileage 59,405 miles. MOT valid until 09 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E1 EEF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
- 59,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E1 EEF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Ford Escort (E1 EEF) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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.
E1 EEF Mileage History
- 11/04/202458,909 mi
- 07/05/202559,087 mi+178 mi
- 11/05/202659,405 mi+318 mi
Average of roughly 238 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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