1988 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · F154 FTA
1988 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/09/1988. Recorded mileage 3,518 miles. MOT valid until 19/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 3,518 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1988
- Engine
- 1597cc
F154 FTA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 3,518 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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F154 FTA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1988 Ford Escort (F154 FTA) between March 2026 and March 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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