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P402 SBM

1997 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,339 mi
Last recorded22,339 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP402 SBM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 22,339 miles

Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 22,327 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 21,979 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 21,979 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Central Front Lower Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 20,781 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 19,278 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 17,727 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 12,644 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 9,016 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 9,016 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,726 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 8,494 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 8,494 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 8,324 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 8,087 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 7,093 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 6,701 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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P402 SBM is a 1997 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P402 SBM, 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 P402 SBM registered?

P402 SBM is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P402 SBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P402 SBM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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