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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,994 cc

K55 KOSMOT history

K55 KOS is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 87,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
87,027 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 KOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 KOS was last recorded at 87,027 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,024 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,027 miles
  • 2025 – 86,230 miles
  • 2024 – 86,211 miles
  • 2023 – 86,183 miles
  • 2022 – 85,626 miles
  • 2021 – 85,415 miles
  • 2019 – 85,323 miles
  • 2018 – 84,239 miles
  • 2017 – 83,109 miles
  • 2015 – 82,346 miles
  • 2010 – 82,318 miles
  • 2007 – 80,836 miles
  • 2006 – 73,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,027 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,027 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    87,027 miles
    Test number
    628125235747
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail87,024 miles (+794)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,024 miles
    Test number
    380841202648
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox / driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
  3. Pass86,230 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,230 miles
    Test number
    328861494016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,211 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,211 miles
    Test number
    798950230261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,183 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,183 miles
    Test number
    745437123534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,626 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,626 miles
    Test number
    192183626684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,415 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    85,415 miles
    Test number
    221657628830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,323 miles (+1,084)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,323 miles
    Test number
    145639099648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,239 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,239 miles
    Test number
    277521359472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,109 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,109 miles
    Test number
    898240240625
    • AdvisoryVehicle suspension has been modified
  11. Fail83,109 miles (+763)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,109 miles
    Test number
    438388414434
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle suspension has been modified
  12. Pass82,346 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,346 miles
    Test number
    802332266264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,318 miles (+22)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,318 miles
    Test number
    493474240007
    • NotePROPSHAFT CENTRE RUBBER SPLITTING!!!!!
    • NoteEmmisions high..
    • NoteFront cv boot...
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cut/split in inner wall..
    • NoteUnable to inspect sill areas fully/skirts fitted!!!
  14. Fail82,296 miles (+1,460)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,296 miles
    Test number
    623802240089
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • NoteNo cat converter fitted to car
  15. Pass80,836 miles (+6,971)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,836 miles
    Test number
    894098897170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,865 miles
    Test number
    594913566114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K55 KOS

Does K55 KOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K55 KOS is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K55 KOS?
The MOT on K55 KOS is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K55 KOS done?
K55 KOS was recorded at 87,027 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 659 miles a year.
Has K55 KOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 KOS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K55 KOS 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 KOS find?
K55 KOS passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.

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