No, P180 VDL is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for P180 VDL?

The MOT for P180 VDL is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 July 2010.

What is the recorded mileage of P180 VDL?

The recorded mileage for P180 VDL is 84,362 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P180 VDL ULEZ compliant?

No, P180 VDL 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

1997 Ford Escort 1.8L Petrol · P180 VDL

P180 VDL

1997 Ford Escort (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/06/1997. Recorded mileage 84,362 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 01/07/2010
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/10/2010)
Recorded Mileage: 84,362 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 01/07/2010

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/10/2010

Mileage: 84,362 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1796cc

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P180 VDL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 29/06/2010
84,362 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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P180 VDL Mileage History

10/02/200652,630 mi
10/03/200762,436 mi+9,806 mi
07/05/200868,491 mi+6,055 mi
02/07/200978,323 mi+9,832 mi
29/06/201084,362 mi+6,039 mi

Average of roughly 7,243 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

P180 VDL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 00:39

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Ford Escort (P180 VDL) between February 2006 and June 2010.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 June 2010 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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: “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”; “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)”.

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