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Ford Escort

Grey · Petrol · 1987 · 1,597 cc

E905 HFGMOT history

E905 HFG is a grey petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1987. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
97,844 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
E905 HFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
31 Dec 1987
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

E905 HFG was last recorded at 97,844 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 1,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,512 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,332 miles
Average per year
1,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,844 miles
  • 2024 – 96,512 miles
  • 2019 – 91,266 miles
  • 2018 – 86,858 miles
  • 2017 – 81,972 miles
  • 2016 – 78,586 miles
  • 2015 – 73,466 miles
  • 2014 – 73,463 miles
  • 2013 – 73,410 miles
  • 2011 – 73,408 miles
  • 2009 – 73,392 miles
  • 2007 – 73,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,844 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear tyre valve bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Vehicle has had previous welding repairs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,844 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,844 miles
    Test number
    463696380207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,512 miles (+5,246)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    96,512 miles
    Test number
    698013347227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,266 miles (+4,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,266 miles
    Test number
    628608684877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,858 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,858 miles
    Test number
    736978496344
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,855 miles (+4,883)3 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,855 miles
    Test number
    488258142086
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision seat insecure (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under vallance (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively all (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,972 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    716391872039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve bent
    • AdvisoryOil leak gear box and engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) play in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRear chassis is corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis undersealed
    • AdvisoryVehicle has had previous welding repairs

  7. Fail81,972 miles (+3,386)19 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    907472256851
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureCentral Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested oil leak (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded strut top are near fuse box (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured drivers door shut area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryABS removed where fitted as standard
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside seat mounting points corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve bent
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in BOTH rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVehicle has had previous welding repairs

  8. Pass78,586 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,586 miles
    Test number
    957716973033
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryHorn

  9. Fail78,584 miles (+5,118)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,584 miles
    Test number
    299994453596
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both head lights full of water (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryHorn

  10. Pass73,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,466 miles
    Test number
    799675375039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Fail73,466 miles (+3)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,466 miles
    Test number
    679068065030
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight bind on offside rear brake

  12. Pass73,463 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,463 miles
    Test number
    138122794436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,410 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    73,410 miles
    Test number
    317506713191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,408 miles
    Test number
    756379441387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,408 miles (+16)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,408 miles
    Test number
    565694301171
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass73,392 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    73,392 miles
    Test number
    374912129475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,389 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,389 miles
    Test number
    111205707022
    • NoteBattery insecure

Questions about E905 HFG

Does E905 HFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on E905 HFG expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on E905 HFG?
The MOT on E905 HFG expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has E905 HFG done?
E905 HFG was recorded at 97,844 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 1,310 miles a year.
Has E905 HFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. E905 HFG has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on E905 HFG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on E905 HFG find?
E905 HFG passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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