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L18 MBB

1996 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,932 mi
Last recorded88,932 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 MBB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 88,932 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 88,913 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 85,500 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2009 80,805 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 74,390 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 68,793 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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L18 MBB is a 1996 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L18 MBB, 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.

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What year was L18 MBB registered?

L18 MBB is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is L18 MBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 MBB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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