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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

P396 BCKMOT history

P396 BCK is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 30 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 4,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
4,406 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P396 BCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P396 BCK was last recorded at 4,406 miles on 13 May 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2024: 16 miles, lower than 97,866 miles on 22 May 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
4,403 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 4,406 miles
  • 2025 – 2,535 miles
  • 2024 – 16 miles
  • 2023 – 97,866 miles
  • 2022 – 96,049 miles
  • 2021 – 93,248 miles
  • 2020 – 92,012 miles
  • 2019 – 90,015 miles
  • 2018 – 88,546 miles
  • 2017 – 85,078 miles
  • 2016 – 83,237 miles
  • 2015 – 80,396 miles
  • 2014 – 77,317 miles
  • 2013 – 76,244 miles
  • 2012 – 73,467 miles
  • 2011 – 70,858 miles
  • 2010 – 67,656 miles
  • 2009 – 63,540 miles
  • 2008 – 59,632 miles
  • 2007 – 55,764 miles
  • 2006 – 50,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,406 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,406 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    4,406 miles
    Test number
    173057859175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail4,403 miles (+1,868)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,403 miles
    Test number
    418945054811
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass2,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    2,535 miles
    Test number
    586259400089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail2,533 miles (+2,517)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,533 miles
    Test number
    195983295368
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass16 miles (-97,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    16 miles
    Test number
    793176824333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,866 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,866 miles
    Test number
    559885219415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,049 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    96,049 miles
    Test number
    352254207132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,043 miles (+2,795)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,043 miles
    Test number
    694895167308
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass93,248 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    93,248 miles
    Test number
    876642163014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,012 miles (+1,997)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    92,012 miles
    Test number
    691174084716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,015 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    90,015 miles
    Test number
    256058423889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,546 miles (+3,468)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    522343622980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,078 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,078 miles
    Test number
    382903885565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,237 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    895823935826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,396 miles (+3,079)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    80,396 miles
    Test number
    168759035178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    77,317 miles
    Test number
    726322544153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail77,317 miles (+1,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,317 miles
    Test number
    906285334145
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass76,244 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,244 miles
    Test number
    826996633176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,467 miles (+2,609)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    73,467 miles
    Test number
    547412642113
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass70,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,858 miles
    Test number
    336519121175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,858 miles (+3,202)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,858 miles
    Test number
    126449421142
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly pitted/scored

  22. Pass67,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,656 miles
    Test number
    834351230106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,656 miles (+4,116)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,656 miles
    Test number
    911450530114
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass63,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,540 miles
    Test number
    714794339115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,539 miles (+3,907)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,539 miles
    Test number
    622344539165
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    59,632 miles
    Test number
    271348428481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,632 miles (+3,868)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,632 miles
    Test number
    560188728115
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass55,764 miles (+5,010)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,764 miles
    Test number
    632364037109
    • NoteO/s/r wheel bearing dust cover insicure
    • NotePossible fluid leak power steering system
    • NoteRear number plate seperating

  29. Pass50,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,754 miles
    Test number
    334538836191
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

Questions about P396 BCK

Does P396 BCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P396 BCK is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P396 BCK?
The MOT on P396 BCK is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P396 BCK done?
P396 BCK was recorded at 4,406 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026.
Has P396 BCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P396 BCK has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P396 BCK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P396 BCK find?
P396 BCK passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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