1994 Ford Escort 1.8L Petrol · L898 JJB
1994 Ford Escort (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 1994. Recorded mileage 90,451 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,451 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L898 JJB Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 90,451 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
L898 JJB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Ford Escort (L898 JJB) between June 2006 and May 2026.
The record contains 9 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)”; “Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)”.
L898 JJB Mileage History
- 06/06/200668,766 mi
- 06/06/200668,766 mi
- 10/06/200881,173 mi+12,407 mi
- 23/09/201185,425 mi+4,252 mi
- 14/07/201785,538 mi+113 mi
- 05/07/201887,369 mi+1,831 mi
- 07/05/202188,069 mi+700 mi
- 02/06/202388,538 mi+469 mi
- 25/04/202589,223 mi+685 mi
- 26/05/202690,450 mi+1,227 mi
- 26/05/202690,451 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,086 miles per year across 11 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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