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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

K98 DJHMOT history

K98 DJH is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 11 Feb 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 89,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2023
Mileage
89,889 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K98 DJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 Feb 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K98 DJH was last recorded at 89,889 miles on 9 Aug 2022, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,880 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
1,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,889 miles
  • 2017 – 89,265 miles
  • 2016 – 86,599 miles
  • 2013 – 82,822 miles
  • 2012 – 81,969 miles
  • 2011 – 78,082 miles
  • 2010 – 76,776 miles
  • 2009 – 75,448 miles
  • 2008 – 73,427 miles
  • 2007 – 72,792 miles
  • 2006 – 69,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,889 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion around fuel filler cap
  • AdvisoryFuel tank corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,889 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,889 miles
    Test number
    151667651471
    • AdvisoryCorrosion around fuel filler cap
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded

  2. Fail89,880 miles (+615)7 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,880 miles
    Test number
    316821079188
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions nsr + osr incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryArea around fuel filler cap corroded , fuel cap still fully operational
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded

  3. Pass89,265 miles (+2,666)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,265 miles
    Test number
    862907069492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,599 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,599 miles
    Test number
    621056922348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass82,822 miles (+853)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    82,822 miles
    Test number
    537750723281
    • NoteCentre exaust mount loose

  6. Pass81,969 miles (+3,887)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,969 miles
    Test number
    579491022245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear on inner tread
    • NoteOffside front wing rusty
    • NoteSerface rust to nearside and offside rear chassis legs

  7. Pass78,082 miles (+1,306)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,082 miles
    Test number
    965536101224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres badly perished 185/60/14

  8. Pass76,776 miles (+1,328)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,776 miles
    Test number
    843285900256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre,s perished

  9. Pass75,448 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    563778309253
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish on outter tread
    • NoteRust in bottom of offside front wing

  10. Fail75,448 miles (+2,021)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    864668909260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish on outter tread
    • NoteRust in bottom of offside front wing

  11. Pass73,427 miles (+635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,427 miles
    Test number
    280179998443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass72,792 miles (+3,178)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,792 miles
    Test number
    123238687194
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner tread
    • NoteOil leak covering offside front loew arm bushes and pipes
    • NoteSerface rust on outter door seales

  13. Pass69,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    290206386497
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail69,614 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    462246486121
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about K98 DJH

Does K98 DJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K98 DJH expired on 8 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K98 DJH?
The MOT on K98 DJH expired on 8 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K98 DJH done?
K98 DJH was recorded at 89,889 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2022, an average of 1,260 miles a year.
Has K98 DJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K98 DJH has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on K98 DJH 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 K98 DJH find?
K98 DJH passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: corrosion around fuel filler cap; fuel tank corroded.

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