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C23 PHL

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

100,974 mi
Last recorded100,974 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC23 PHL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 100,974 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2024 99,397 miles

Underside undersealed

Pass 17 May 2023 98,672 miles

All Tyres Are Thirteen Years Old

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 98,558 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 98,504 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 98,504 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 98,476 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 98,306 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 98,228 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 96,692 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 94,271 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 94,271 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 94,070 miles

o/s/f tyre has cut in side wall not showing cords

Pass 20 Oct 2008 93,997 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 92,882 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 92,712 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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C23 PHL is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C23 PHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C23 PHL registered?

C23 PHL is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is C23 PHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C23 PHL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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