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P110 PVX

1997 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,201 mi
Last recorded46,201 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP110 PVX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 46,201 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2025 46,148 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 46,123 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 45,949 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 45,932 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 45,910 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 47,865 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 45,892 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 45,591 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 42,785 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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P110 PVX is a 1997 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,516 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 P110 PVX, 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 29 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 P110 PVX registered?

P110 PVX is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P110 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P110 PVX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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