£4,000 - £6,000
1996 Ford Escort Van
United Kingdom • 1 Feb 2026 • Lot 8
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is an exceptionally original, ex-British Telecom Escort service van with period-correct BT livery. It has 97,120 miles and an M.O.T. valid until January 2026, accompanied by handbooks and service documentation.
Condition
7
Solid condition, slight wear visible.
/ 10
[Transmission]
Transmission:
WF0VXXBBAVVP65943
Chassis No:
Odometer:
97,120 miles
P414 MOK
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Ex-British Telecom service vehicle – Exceptionally original example.
Registration – P414 MOK
Chassis No.
– WF0VXXBBAVVP65943
M.O.T.
– January 2026
Odometer – 97,120
Presented in period-correct BT livery and displaying an appealing level of originality throughout, this Escort-based service van offers a rare glimpse into the working fleet of one of the UK’s most recognisable utility providers.
The exterior retains its grey finish, BT graphics, amber roof beacon and ladder rack, while the interior remains pleasingly functional, with its simple seating, rubber flooring and robust dashboard layout — all very much in keeping with its intended use.
The vendor informs us the motor car is offered with Registration P414 MOK, showing 97,120 miles at the time of cataloguing, and benefits from an M.O.T.
valid until January 2026.
The accompanying paperwork includes handbooks, BT service documentation and a selection of invoices illustrating past maintenance.
The overall condition suggests an ...
Points of note
£86
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£4,600
Median Price (Since 2020)
£157,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jan 15 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
97,012 miles
Registration Date
1997-05-27
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 16 2025 with 97,012 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed
On May 09 2023 with 96,365 miles
Passed
On May 17 2022 with 95,703 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- o/s n/s outer sills getting poor
- very small hole to n/s rear chassis bump stop
Passed
On Apr 29 2021 with 95,280 miles
Failed
On Apr 28 2021 with 95,278 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Minor:
- Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 05 2020 with 94,531 miles
Passed
On May 08 2019 with 93,149 miles
There were 8 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 17 2018 with 91,357 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Failed
On Apr 17 2018 with 91,357 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front brake caliper securing device excessively deteriorated rubbing on wheel (3.5.1j)
Passed
On May 11 2017 with 89,236 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Apr 25 2016 with 86,893 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Failed
On Apr 25 2016 with 86,893 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
- Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Passed
On May 12 2015 with 85,491 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Failed
On Apr 23 2014 with 83,416 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On Apr 23 2014 with 83,416 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Failed
On May 08 2013 with 81,502 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Passed
On May 08 2013 with 81,502 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On May 08 2012 with 78,302 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Failed
On May 08 2012 with 78,302 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Passed
On May 09 2011 with 75,590 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Apr 28 2010 with 72,715 miles
Passed
On May 06 2009 with 69,495 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Apr 14 2008 with 65,693 miles
Passed
On May 08 2007 with 61,216 miles
Passed
On May 02 2006 with 57,414 miles
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