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Ford Escort

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,753 cc

L80 SWDMOT history

L80 SWD is a blue diesel Ford Escort first used on 4 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
97,292 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L80 SWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
4 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L80 SWD was last recorded at 97,292 miles on 6 May 2026, 930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,362 miles · 12 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
930 miles
Average per year
2,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,292 miles
  • 2022 – 96,362 miles
  • 2021 – 94,153 miles
  • 2020 – 93,643 miles
  • 2019 – 92,939 miles
  • 2018 – 92,284 miles
  • 2017 – 91,416 miles
  • 2016 – 90,475 miles
  • 2015 – 89,083 miles
  • 2014 – 87,936 miles
  • 2013 – 87,198 miles
  • 2012 – 86,819 miles
  • 2011 – 84,496 miles
  • 2010 – 80,810 miles
  • 2009 – 77,586 miles
  • 2008 – 65,113 miles
  • 2007 – 54,554 miles
  • 2006 – 42,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,292 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,292 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,292 miles
    Test number
    720452638281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,362 miles
    Test number
    915740173308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,360 miles (+2,207)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,360 miles
    Test number
    801549816947
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass94,153 miles (+510)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    215965264846
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    93,643 miles
    Test number
    718073173423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,643 miles (+704)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,643 miles
    Test number
    170050557664
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,939 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,939 miles
    Test number
    835404823580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,284 miles (+868)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    92,284 miles
    Test number
    968713630216
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass91,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    376021749821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,416 miles (+941)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,416 miles
    Test number
    654724120874
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass90,475 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    90,475 miles
    Test number
    939622992751
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail90,475 miles (+1,392)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,475 miles
    Test number
    384877540172
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass89,083 miles (+1,147)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,083 miles
    Test number
    705822865094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass87,936 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,936 miles
    Test number
    147382074451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,198 miles (+379)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,198 miles
    Test number
    507624023171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    205358512126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,819 miles (+2,323)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,819 miles
    Test number
    225308012177
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass84,496 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    84,496 miles
    Test number
    739179111092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,810 miles
    Test number
    371514730032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,810 miles (+3,224)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,810 miles
    Test number
    451604630043
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

  21. Pass77,586 miles (+12,473)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    77,586 miles
    Test number
    164165119406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,113 miles (+10,559)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    65,113 miles
    Test number
    811548508066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass54,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    54,554 miles
    Test number
    112328517413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,554 miles (+11,674)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,554 miles
    Test number
    621988117098
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass42,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    112722416417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,880 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,880 miles
    Test number
    130612216475
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about L80 SWD

Does L80 SWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L80 SWD is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L80 SWD?
The MOT on L80 SWD is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L80 SWD done?
L80 SWD was recorded at 97,292 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 2,679 miles a year.
Has L80 SWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L80 SWD has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L80 SWD 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 L80 SWD find?
L80 SWD passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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