1988 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · F212 EGF
1988 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08 Sept 1988. Recorded mileage 97,827 miles. MOT valid until 21 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,827 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F212 EGF Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 97,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F212 EGF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Ford Escort (F212 EGF) between May 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
F212 EGF Mileage History
- 23/05/202596,394 mi
- 21/05/202697,827 mi+1,433 mi
Average of roughly 1,442 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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