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Ford Escort

Maroon · Petrol · 1989 · 1,297 cc

F123 HGEMOT history

F123 HGE is a maroon petrol Ford Escort first used on 2 Feb 1989. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2024
Mileage
72,659 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F123 HGE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,297 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
2 Feb 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

F123 HGE was last recorded at 72,659 miles on 22 Aug 2023, 70 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,589 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
70 miles
Average per year
1,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,659 miles
  • 2022 – 72,589 miles
  • 2021 – 72,468 miles
  • 2019 – 72,238 miles
  • 2017 – 71,382 miles
  • 2016 – 71,132 miles
  • 2015 – 70,539 miles
  • 2014 – 70,199 miles
  • 2013 – 68,838 miles
  • 2012 – 67,641 miles
  • 2011 – 66,830 miles
  • 2010 – 66,075 miles
  • 2009 – 65,117 miles
  • 2007 – 60,411 miles
  • 2006 – 50,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,659 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,659 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    72,659 miles
    Test number
    123111030084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass72,589 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    72,589 miles
    Test number
    266756408008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,468 miles (+230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,468 miles
    Test number
    306079893230
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass72,238 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,238 miles
    Test number
    952070271108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,382 miles (+250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,382 miles
    Test number
    468532650865
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass71,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    71,132 miles
    Test number
    256413202070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,131 miles (+592)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,131 miles
    Test number
    521870388792
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to reaR (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass70,539 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    607016325246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,199 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,199 miles
    Test number
    149799234288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  10. Fail70,199 miles (+1,361)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,199 miles
    Test number
    366355234427
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  11. Pass68,838 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,838 miles
    Test number
    509634633265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,641 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,641 miles
    Test number
    357832822431
    • NoteUn-able to carry out full inspection on brake pipes as they are heavily covered by grease/underseal.

  13. Fail67,638 miles (+808)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,638 miles
    Test number
    526242322208
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass66,830 miles (+755)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,830 miles
    Test number
    128426031234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,075 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,075 miles
    Test number
    383380130287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,117 miles (+4,706)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,117 miles
    Test number
    792023439236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,411 miles (+10,397)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,411 miles
    Test number
    101456967186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,014 miles
    Test number
    324109686067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,014 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,014 miles
    Test number
    851299786056
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about F123 HGE

Does F123 HGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F123 HGE expired on 21 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F123 HGE?
The MOT on F123 HGE expired on 21 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F123 HGE done?
F123 HGE was recorded at 72,659 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2023, an average of 1,302 miles a year.
Has F123 HGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F123 HGE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2016.
Has the mileage on F123 HGE 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 F123 HGE find?
F123 HGE passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively.

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