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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1990 · 1,597 cc

H645 ABAMOT history

H645 ABA is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 4 of 8 MOT tests, with 61,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
61,952 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
8
4 passed · 4 failed
Per year
545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H645 ABA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
31 Dec 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H645 ABA was last recorded at 61,952 miles on 22 May 2026, 2,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,698 miles · 7 Sept 2018
Between the last two tests
2,254 miles
Average per year
545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,952 miles
  • 2018 – 59,698 miles
  • 2014 – 52,177 miles
  • 2008 – 52,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,952 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

8 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    585612996412
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail61,952 miles (+2,254)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    686812314539
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass59,698 miles (+7,521)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,698 miles
    Test number
    985782021765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass52,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,177 miles
    Test number
    289370224236
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
  5. Fail52,177 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,177 miles
    Test number
    126489614258
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
  6. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    987224681076
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  7. Fail52,146 miles (+31)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,146 miles
    Test number
    312683488474
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  8. Fail52,115 miles5 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,115 miles
    Test number
    293790428455
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside inner sill slighlty corroded
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded
    • NoteOffside inner sills slighlty corroded

Questions about H645 ABA

Does H645 ABA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H645 ABA is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on H645 ABA?
The MOT on H645 ABA is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H645 ABA done?
H645 ABA was recorded at 61,952 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 545 miles a year.
Has H645 ABA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H645 ABA has failed 4 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on H645 ABA 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 H645 ABA find?
H645 ABA passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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