1996 Ford Escort 1.8L Diesel · N469 PBB
1996 Ford Escort (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 1996. Recorded mileage 51,757 miles. MOT expired on 25 Sept 2009.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Sept 2009
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Nov 2009)
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,757 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N469 PBB Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2008
- 51,757 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N469 PBB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Ford Escort (N469 PBB) between April 2006 and September 2008.
The record contains 3 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 26 September 2008 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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: “Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)”.
N469 PBB Mileage History
- 05/04/200645,007 mi
- 26/05/200645,089 mi+82 mi
- 16/08/200747,633 mi+2,544 mi
- 20/08/200747,633 mi
- 18/09/200851,756 mi+4,123 mi
- 26/09/200851,757 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,725 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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