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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,597 cc

K85 NOUMOT history

K85 NOU is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 24 Apr 1993. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 84,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2024
Mileage
84,389 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K85 NOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
24 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K85 NOU was last recorded at 84,389 miles on 22 Nov 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,377 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 84,389 miles
  • 2022 – 81,866 miles
  • 2021 – 81,848 miles
  • 2020 – 74,247 miles
  • 2019 – 63,175 miles
  • 2017 – 62,685 miles
  • 2015 – 57,891 miles
  • 2014 – 52,222 miles
  • 2013 – 46,807 miles
  • 2012 – 40,231 miles
  • 2011 – 34,139 miles
  • 2010 – 26,682 miles
  • 2009 – 18,323 miles
  • 2008 – 10,649 miles
  • 2007 – 10,639 miles
  • 2006 – 10,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,389 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,389 miles (+12)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,389 miles
    Test number
    181540610710
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail84,377 miles (+2,511)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,377 miles
    Test number
    327171955767
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,866 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,866 miles
    Test number
    648308793237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,854 miles (+6)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,854 miles
    Test number
    238037524284
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat slightly insecure

  5. Fail81,848 miles (+7,601)1 dangerous12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,848 miles
    Test number
    628743441403
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing track rod locking pin missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAmplifier wiring bare wires in the boot area (also the fuse fitted at the wrong end of the power cable)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  6. Pass74,247 miles (+11,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,247 miles
    Test number
    556133360396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,175 miles (+490)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,175 miles
    Test number
    424325606730
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front slight corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in sidewall no cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and stepping in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass62,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    614396576096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail62,685 miles (+4,794)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    182359337931
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass57,891 miles (+5,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,891 miles
    Test number
    386128805223
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass52,222 miles (+5,415)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,222 miles
    Test number
    586032204208
    • NoteAdvise surface rust on rear exhaust box

  12. Pass46,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    46,807 miles
    Test number
    316187393119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,807 miles (+6,576)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,807 miles
    Test number
    968507593174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass40,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    40,231 miles
    Test number
    346584292128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,231 miles (+6,092)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,231 miles
    Test number
    566453992191
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass34,139 miles (+7,457)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,139 miles
    Test number
    319160811286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,682 miles (+8,359)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,682 miles
    Test number
    654927100253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,323 miles (+7,674)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    18,323 miles
    Test number
    532121819299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,649 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    10,649 miles
    Test number
    630868718278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    10,639 miles
    Test number
    274702737487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail10,639 miles (+163)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,639 miles
    Test number
    624812637166
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass10,476 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    10,476 miles
    Test number
    220014326495
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in shoulder of tyre off side rear

Questions about K85 NOU

Does K85 NOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K85 NOU expired on 21 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K85 NOU?
The MOT on K85 NOU expired on 21 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K85 NOU done?
K85 NOU was recorded at 84,389 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2023, an average of 4,211 miles a year.
Has K85 NOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K85 NOU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on K85 NOU 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 K85 NOU find?
K85 NOU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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