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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1987 · 1,597 cc

FAS 440MOT history

FAS 440 is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 9 Jan 1987. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 10,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
10,028 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
FAS 440
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
9 Jan 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

FAS 440 was last recorded at 10,028 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2010: 1 miles, lower than 14,690 miles on 19 Jul 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
9,680 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 10,028 miles
  • 2025 – 9,680 miles
  • 2024 – 9,438 miles
  • 2023 – 9,431 miles
  • 2022 – 9,374 miles
  • 2021 – 9,327 miles
  • 2020 – 9,318 miles
  • 2017 – 9,261 miles
  • 2016 – 6,341 miles
  • 2015 – 5,864 miles
  • 2014 – 5,008 miles
  • 2013 – 4,151 miles
  • 2012 – 3,094 miles
  • 2010 – 1 miles
  • 2006 – 14,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass10,028 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass10,028 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    10,028 miles
    Test number
    261237424380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass9,680 miles (+242)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    9,680 miles
    Test number
    817841221262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass9,438 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    9,438 miles
    Test number
    576621427611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass9,431 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    9,431 miles
    Test number
    757333276287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass9,374 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    9,374 miles
    Test number
    393402753523
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass9,327 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    9,327 miles
    Test number
    245705928857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass9,318 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    9,318 miles
    Test number
    170737954740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass9,261 miles (+2,920)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    9,261 miles
    Test number
    874161370281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass6,341 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    6,341 miles
    Test number
    330518449494
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail6,336 miles (+472)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,336 miles
    Test number
    251986588729
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension locking device ineffective Track control arm inner bolt insecure (2.5.A.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort Both sides (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass5,864 miles (+856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    5,864 miles
    Test number
    496377685111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass5,008 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    5,008 miles
    Test number
    125349964173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail5,005 miles (+854)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,005 miles
    Test number
    747766634116
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass4,151 miles (+1,057)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    4,151 miles
    Test number
    816532523157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass3,094 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    3,094 miles
    Test number
    757167142143
    • NoteA/b/s system removed

  16. Fail3,082 miles (+3,081)1 dangerous5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,082 miles
    Test number
    687109432121
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteA/b/s system removed

  17. Pass1 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    1 miles
    Test number
    124851180288
    • NoteSome movement in rear radius arm /hub outer bushes
    • NoteVehicle only just met minimum requirement for park brake efficiency at 16%

  18. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    344328370428
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBrakes a bit soft/spongey
    • NoteSome movement in rear radius arm /hub outer bushes

  19. Pass14,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,690 miles
    Test number
    253200506227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,690 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,690 miles
    Test number
    954779596119
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Questions about FAS 440

What vehicle is registration FAS 440 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FAS 440 on a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 9 Jan 1987. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FAS 440 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on FAS 440 is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on FAS 440?
The MOT on FAS 440 is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has FAS 440 done?
FAS 440 was recorded at 10,028 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026.
Has FAS 440 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FAS 440 has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on FAS 440 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on FAS 440 find?
FAS 440 passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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