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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

K25 BUFMOT history

K25 BUF is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 135,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
135,049 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K25 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K25 BUF was last recorded at 135,049 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,029 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
2,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,049 miles
  • 2025 – 135,029 miles
  • 2024 – 131,502 miles
  • 2023 – 128,086 miles
  • 2022 – 125,039 miles
  • 2021 – 121,534 miles
  • 2020 – 118,226 miles
  • 2019 – 113,663 miles
  • 2018 – 110,171 miles
  • 2016 – 109,223 miles
  • 2015 – 108,165 miles
  • 2014 – 107,612 miles
  • 2013 – 107,016 miles
  • 2012 – 106,579 miles
  • 2011 – 105,728 miles
  • 2010 – 105,603 miles
  • 2009 – 103,654 miles
  • 2008 – 100,241 miles
  • 2007 – 92,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,049 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle covered in under-seal

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,049 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    135,049 miles
    Test number
    136294576647
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehicle covered in under-seal

  2. Fail135,029 miles (+3,527)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,029 miles
    Test number
    269733743330
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis ( 2 placing ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer & inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySign of corroded on offside outer sill

  3. Pass131,502 miles (+3,416)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,502 miles
    Test number
    456467061157
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 on compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass128,086 miles (+3,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,086 miles
    Test number
    948848833315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 on compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass125,039 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,039 miles
    Test number
    572519327582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail125,039 miles (+3,505)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,039 miles
    Test number
    687240401400
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass121,534 miles (+3,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    171008600867
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass118,226 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,226 miles
    Test number
    759327852004
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail118,226 miles (+4,563)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,226 miles
    Test number
    412001508807
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass113,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,663 miles
    Test number
    877697973027
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Fail113,663 miles (+3,492)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,663 miles
    Test number
    971856194127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass110,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,171 miles
    Test number
    561016003686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,171 miles (+948)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,171 miles
    Test number
    926695119840
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass109,223 miles (+617)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    790598804440
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass108,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,606 miles
    Test number
    442100569319
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake just starting to stick

  16. Fail108,606 miles (+441)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,606 miles
    Test number
    737026804056
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake just starting to stick

  17. Fail108,165 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,165 miles
    Test number
    547341525075
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass108,165 miles (+553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,165 miles
    Test number
    627171025018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass107,612 miles (+596)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    107,612 miles
    Test number
    967898114074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass107,016 miles (+437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    107,016 miles
    Test number
    475183523044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass106,579 miles (+851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,579 miles
    Test number
    839323502014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass105,728 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,728 miles
    Test number
    846676401031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail105,603 miles (+1,949)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,603 miles
    Test number
    601795460327
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  24. Pass103,654 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    103,654 miles
    Test number
    702174469383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass100,241 miles (+2,943)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    100,241 miles
    Test number
    640057658302
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass97,298 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    97,298 miles
    Test number
    844845208052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass92,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    92,340 miles
    Test number
    361723207025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail92,340 miles2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,340 miles
    Test number
    341623707043
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K25 BUF

Does K25 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K25 BUF is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K25 BUF?
The MOT on K25 BUF is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K25 BUF done?
K25 BUF was recorded at 135,049 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 2,243 miles a year.
Has K25 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K25 BUF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K25 BUF 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 K25 BUF find?
K25 BUF passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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