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Ford Escort

White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,994 cc

K55 DCSMOT history

K55 DCS is a white petrol Ford Escort first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,506 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,212 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 DCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 DCS was last recorded at 83,506 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,628 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
878 miles
Average per year
1,212 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,506 miles
  • 2025 – 82,628 miles
  • 2024 – 81,737 miles
  • 2023 – 80,710 miles
  • 2022 – 79,670 miles
  • 2021 – 78,845 miles
  • 2020 – 78,382 miles
  • 2019 – 77,535 miles
  • 2018 – 76,172 miles
  • 2017 – 75,495 miles
  • 2016 – 74,265 miles
  • 2015 – 73,099 miles
  • 2014 – 71,854 miles
  • 2013 – 70,274 miles
  • 2012 – 69,379 miles
  • 2010 – 68,175 miles
  • 2009 – 67,068 miles
  • 2008 – 65,978 miles
  • 2007 – 63,649 miles
  • 2006 – 61,475 miles
  • 2005 – 58,461 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,506 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,506 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,506 miles
    Test number
    964712340983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,628 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    82,628 miles
    Test number
    574367039370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,737 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    81,737 miles
    Test number
    772407612532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,710 miles (+1,040)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,710 miles
    Test number
    865285387299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass79,670 miles (+825)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,670 miles
    Test number
    168113340621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,845 miles (+463)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    537062697904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass78,382 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    78,382 miles
    Test number
    998717052891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,535 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    129587797377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,172 miles (+677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,172 miles
    Test number
    944150650303
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass75,495 miles (+1,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,495 miles
    Test number
    482222942324
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing uneven
  11. Pass74,265 miles (+1,166)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,265 miles
    Test number
    400883466667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,099 miles (+1,245)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,099 miles
    Test number
    699801555013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAll red rear light bulbs are turning white
  13. Pass71,854 miles (+1,580)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,854 miles
    Test number
    256288244056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass70,274 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,274 miles
    Test number
    795747443002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,379 miles (+1,204)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    69,379 miles
    Test number
    207870712028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,175 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,175 miles
    Test number
    704325750300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,171 miles (+1,103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,171 miles
    Test number
    910807340374
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  18. Pass67,068 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    67,068 miles
    Test number
    452283059437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,978 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,978 miles
    Test number
    481831248430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail65,943 miles (+2,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,943 miles
    Test number
    330721198419
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  21. Pass63,649 miles (+2,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,649 miles
    Test number
    593979267243
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass61,475 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    324309976467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,463 miles (+3,002)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,463 miles
    Test number
    451085776229
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass58,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    58,461 miles
    Test number
    570550875257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    653610075234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail58,251 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,251 miles
    Test number
    901603465246
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K55 DCS

Does K55 DCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 DCS is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 DCS?
The MOT on K55 DCS is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 DCS done?
K55 DCS was recorded at 83,506 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,212 miles a year.
Has K55 DCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 DCS has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2010.
Has the mileage on K55 DCS 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 K55 DCS find?
K55 DCS passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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