The road tax status for F517 SAC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F517 SAC?

The MOT for F517 SAC is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 August 2023.

What is the recorded mileage of F517 SAC?

The recorded mileage for F517 SAC is 17,565 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F517 SAC ULEZ compliant?

No, F517 SAC 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

1989 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · F517 SAC

F517 SAC

1989 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 13/01/1989. Recorded mileage 17,565 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1989 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 21/08/2023
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 17,565 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 17,565 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1989
Engine: 1597cc

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F517 SAC Key Findings

21 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2022
17,565 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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F517 SAC Mileage History

27/03/200610,918 mi
10/04/200610,922 mi+4 mi
16/05/200711,611 mi+689 mi
25/05/200711,626 mi+15 mi
23/06/200812,057 mi+431 mi
01/07/200812,058 mi+1 mi
18/06/200913,223 mi+1,165 mi
15/07/201013,583 mi+360 mi
15/07/201013,583 mi
20/07/201114,081 mi+498 mi
22/07/201114,081 mi
18/07/201214,365 mi+284 mi
02/06/201615,041 mi+676 mi
08/06/201615,043 mi+2 mi
05/06/201715,570 mi+527 mi
12/06/201815,998 mi+428 mi
14/06/201815,998 mi
13/06/201916,994 mi+996 mi
13/06/201916,996 mi+2 mi
10/08/202117,502 mi+506 mi
23/08/202217,565 mi+63 mi

Average of roughly 405 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.

F517 SAC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 15:56

MOT Analysis

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21 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Ford Escort (F517 SAC) between March 2006 and August 2022.

The record contains 13 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 23 August 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))”.

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