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Ford Escort

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 1,796 cc

L70 EJGMOT history

L70 EJG is a green petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2025
Mileage
45,882 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 EJG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 EJG was last recorded at 45,882 miles on 16 Nov 2024, 1,211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2013: 5,223 miles, lower than 95,779 miles on 29 Aug 2012.

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
44,671 miles · 1 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 45,882 miles
  • 2023 – 44,671 miles
  • 2022 – 44,569 miles
  • 2019 – 33,128 miles
  • 2018 – 29,777 miles
  • 2017 – 26,206 miles
  • 2015 – 20,374 miles
  • 2014 – 14,324 miles
  • 2013 – 5,223 miles
  • 2012 – 95,779 miles
  • 2011 – 84,863 miles
  • 2010 – 81,805 miles
  • 2009 – 76,511 miles
  • 2008 – 71,262 miles
  • 2007 – 67,699 miles
  • 2006 – 60,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,882 miles
  • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass45,882 miles (+1,211)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    45,882 miles
    Test number
    748803738406
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass44,671 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    644845465925
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail44,671 miles (+102)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    712593253487
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass44,569 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    44,569 miles
    Test number
    309232820412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail44,562 miles (+11,434)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,562 miles
    Test number
    397712959259
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass33,128 miles (+3,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,128 miles
    Test number
    475798205043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass29,777 miles (+3,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    29,777 miles
    Test number
    695434329843
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end ball joint

  8. Pass26,206 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    26,206 miles
    Test number
    707603381030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail26,201 miles (+5,827)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,201 miles
    Test number
    323013971542
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  10. Pass20,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,374 miles
    Test number
    625185115208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Fail20,374 miles (+6,050)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,374 miles
    Test number
    685895115295
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass14,324 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    14,324 miles
    Test number
    636404334278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail14,324 miles (+9,101)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,324 miles
    Test number
    147920234206
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass5,223 miles (-90,556)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    5,223 miles
    Test number
    619941633237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass95,779 miles (+10,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    95,779 miles
    Test number
    799762842240
    • NoteBRAKES NOISEY

  16. Pass84,863 miles (+25)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,863 miles
    Test number
    909935611209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded & showing signs of wear
    • NoteBoth front coil springs starting to corrode
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded

  17. Fail84,838 miles (+3,033)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,838 miles
    Test number
    565954111218
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded & showing signs of wear
    • NoteBoth front coil springs starting to corrode
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs corroded

  18. Pass81,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    854210410278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,805 miles (+5,294)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    670389800252
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass76,511 miles (+5,249)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,511 miles
    Test number
    113845219219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,262 miles (+3,563)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    71,262 miles
    Test number
    620519518289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass67,699 miles (+6,715)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,699 miles
    Test number
    221725017247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak at rear of engine

  23. Pass60,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    113166116275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    414866016208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,984 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,984 miles
    Test number
    660516816245
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about L70 EJG

Does L70 EJG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 EJG expired on 15 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 EJG?
The MOT on L70 EJG expired on 15 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 EJG done?
L70 EJG was recorded at 45,882 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2024.
Has L70 EJG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 EJG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L70 EJG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L70 EJG find?
L70 EJG passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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