Ford logo

Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

L24 OXOMOT history

L24 OXO is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 2 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 76,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
76,232 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,666 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L24 OXO in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L24 OXO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
2 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 OXO was last recorded at 76,232 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 1,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Nov 2018: 70,559 miles, lower than 75,906 miles on 14 Sept 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
75,048 miles · 13 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,184 miles
Average per year
4,666 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 76,232 miles
  • 2020 – 75,048 miles
  • 2019 – 73,630 miles
  • 2018 – 70,564 miles
  • 2015 – 75,906 miles
  • 2014 – 57,915 miles
  • 2013 – 55,341 miles
  • 2011 – 53,667 miles
  • 2010 – 44,710 miles
  • 2009 – 34,349 miles
  • 2008 – 26,077 miles
  • 2007 – 14,639 miles
  • 2006 – 4,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,232 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

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 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,232 miles (+1,184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    76,232 miles
    Test number
    199394717875
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass75,048 miles (+1,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,048 miles
    Test number
    711507227161
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion along sills both sides
  3. Pass73,630 miles (+3,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,630 miles
    Test number
    187916407546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,564 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,564 miles
    Test number
    412508416191
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail70,559 miles (-5,347)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,559 miles
    Test number
    168372460162
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass75,906 miles (+17,991)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    75,906 miles
    Test number
    224446166173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,915 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    57,915 miles
    Test number
    248810964260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,913 miles (+2,572)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,913 miles
    Test number
    478868644201
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass55,341 miles (+1,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,341 miles
    Test number
    465348273165
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass53,667 miles (+8,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,667 miles
    Test number
    468350711281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  11. Fail44,710 miles2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    221800510267
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass44,710 miles (+10,361)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,710 miles
    Test number
    754510210294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass34,349 miles (+8,272)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,349 miles
    Test number
    170755819225
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteFuel filter corroded
  14. Pass26,077 miles (+11,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    26,077 miles
    Test number
    752830018251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail14,639 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,639 miles
    Test number
    113190207260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  16. Pass14,639 miles (+10,025)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,639 miles
    Test number
    672800107283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  17. Pass4,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    4,614 miles
    Test number
    640332306223
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L24 OXO

Does L24 OXO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L24 OXO expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L24 OXO?
The MOT on L24 OXO expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L24 OXO done?
L24 OXO was recorded at 76,232 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 4,666 miles a year.
Has L24 OXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 OXO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on L24 OXO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Nov 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L24 OXO find?
L24 OXO passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: offside drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front.

Browse all L24O registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.