Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

2000 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · X261 FDU

X261 FDU

2000 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/09/2000. Recorded mileage 20,830 miles. MOT valid until 15/09/2027.

Make & Model
FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin
2000 · Export Allocation
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 15/09/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
20,830 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15/09/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2000
Engine
1597cc

X261 FDU Key Findings

  • 24 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2026
  • 20,830 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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X261 FDU Mileage History

  1. 07/09/20058,586 mi
  2. 14/09/200610,232 mi+1,646 mi
  3. 06/09/200711,820 mi+1,588 mi
  4. 10/09/200812,446 mi+626 mi
  5. 26/08/200913,505 mi+1,059 mi
  6. 08/09/201014,497 mi+992 mi
  7. 12/09/201115,553 mi+1,056 mi
  8. 06/09/201216,332 mi+779 mi
  9. 10/09/201316,918 mi+586 mi
  10. 02/09/201417,485 mi+567 mi
  11. 08/09/201517,922 mi+437 mi
  12. 08/09/201618,354 mi+432 mi
  13. 12/09/201718,776 mi+422 mi
  14. 12/09/201819,134 mi+358 mi
  15. 13/09/201819,134 mi
  16. 12/09/201919,428 mi+294 mi
  17. 10/09/202019,685 mi+257 mi
  18. 12/09/202019,685 mi
  19. 13/09/202119,926 mi+241 mi
  20. 13/09/202220,100 mi+174 mi
  21. 12/09/202320,297 mi+197 mi
  22. 12/09/202420,520 mi+223 mi
  23. 12/09/202520,659 mi+139 mi
  24. 09/09/202620,830 mi+171 mi

Average of roughly 583 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.

X261 FDU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 10:02
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Ford Escort (X261 FDU) between September 2005 and September 2026.

The record contains 22 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 09 September 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: Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centra sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”.

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