The road tax status for P223 GFY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P223 GFY?

The MOT for P223 GFY is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P223 GFY?

The recorded mileage for P223 GFY is 69,494 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P223 GFY ULEZ compliant?

No, P223 GFY 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

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1996 Ford Escort Ghia Cabrio 1.8L Petrol · P223 GFY

P223 GFY

1996 Ford Escort Ghia Cabrio (1.8L, petrol). First registered 08/08/1996. Recorded mileage 69,494 miles. MOT valid until 13/04/2027.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT GHIA CABRIO
Year / Origin: 1996 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 69,494 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 69,494 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1996
Engine: 1796cc

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P223 GFY Key Findings

11 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
69,494 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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P223 GFY Mileage History

25/08/200552,240 mi
28/09/200657,916 mi+5,676 mi
02/04/200865,309 mi+7,393 mi
15/04/200966,175 mi+866 mi
15/04/200966,175 mi
03/06/201667,010 mi+835 mi
10/06/201667,013 mi+3 mi
15/08/201767,855 mi+842 mi
02/05/201968,700 mi+845 mi
14/05/202268,854 mi+154 mi
15/04/202669,494 mi+640 mi

Average of roughly 836 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

P223 GFY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 16:09

MOT Analysis

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11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Ford Escort Ghia Cabrio (P223 GFY) between August 2005 and April 2026.

The record contains 9 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 15 April 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: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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 Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)”; “Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)”; “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked along tread (4.1.D.1b)”.

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