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Ford Escort

Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 1,998 cc

P98 NBJMOT history

P98 NBJ is a silver petrol Ford Escort first used on 5 Oct 1996. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 99,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
99,950 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P98 NBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
5 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P98 NBJ was last recorded at 99,950 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,549 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
401 miles
Average per year
1,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,950 miles
  • 2025 – 99,549 miles
  • 2024 – 98,135 miles
  • 2023 – 95,018 miles
  • 2022 – 92,602 miles
  • 2020 – 91,970 miles
  • 2019 – 90,017 miles
  • 2018 – 89,082 miles
  • 2017 – 87,725 miles
  • 2016 – 83,293 miles
  • 2013 – 83,283 miles
  • 2010 – 78,361 miles
  • 2006 – 76,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,950 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,950 miles (+401)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    99,950 miles
    Test number
    634145070952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass99,549 miles (+1,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    807873546686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,135 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,135 miles
    Test number
    208981284352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,018 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,018 miles
    Test number
    858484878509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,602 miles (+632)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    207338666465
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass91,970 miles (+1,953)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    91,970 miles
    Test number
    452793048053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,017 miles (+935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,017 miles
    Test number
    848572177508
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  8. Pass89,082 miles (+1,357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    771182041580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,725 miles (+4,432)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,725 miles
    Test number
    627450150305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,293 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,293 miles
    Test number
    181564766336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,283 miles (+4,922)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,283 miles
    Test number
    248474853441
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass78,361 miles (+1,981)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    78,361 miles
    Test number
    793663820282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,380 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    76,380 miles
    Test number
    230536566196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,353 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,353 miles
    Test number
    760745866142
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about P98 NBJ

Does P98 NBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P98 NBJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P98 NBJ?
The MOT on P98 NBJ is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P98 NBJ done?
P98 NBJ was recorded at 99,950 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,189 miles a year.
Has P98 NBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P98 NBJ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2013.
Has the mileage on P98 NBJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P98 NBJ find?
P98 NBJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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