Ford logo

Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,994 cc

L8 ECUMOT history

L8 ECU is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 22 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 60,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Feb 2023
Mileage
60,013 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,294 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L8 ECU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L8 ECU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 ECU was last recorded at 60,013 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 342 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,671 miles · 19 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
342 miles
Average per year
2,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 60,013 miles
  • 2021 – 59,671 miles
  • 2019 – 58,477 miles
  • 2017 – 58,477 miles
  • 2016 – 58,477 miles
  • 2015 – 57,779 miles
  • 2014 – 57,276 miles
  • 2013 – 56,335 miles
  • 2012 – 55,769 miles
  • 2011 – 54,332 miles
  • 2010 – 52,211 miles
  • 2009 – 50,469 miles
  • 2008 – 42,139 miles
  • 2007 – 33,701 miles
  • 2006 – 24,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,013 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,013 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    60,013 miles
    Test number
    618713044561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,671 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,671 miles
    Test number
    451525618269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    58,477 miles
    Test number
    761379476765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,477 miles
    Test number
    294815130193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,477 miles (+698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,477 miles
    Test number
    487044133299
    • AdvisoryCorrosion started to floor pans
    • AdvisoryOffside rear gas shock seems weak

  6. Pass57,779 miles (+503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,779 miles
    Test number
    918279524382
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  7. Pass57,276 miles (+941)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,276 miles
    Test number
    656131094234
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering rack noisey but no obvious defects found

  8. Pass56,335 miles (+566)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,335 miles
    Test number
    158749463258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass55,769 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    55,769 miles
    Test number
    195823782203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,332 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,332 miles
    Test number
    849700691284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,211 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    52,211 miles
    Test number
    154501590224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,469 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,469 miles
    Test number
    521328989252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres are wearing on inner edges

  13. FailMileage not read3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    412168089274
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres are wearing on inner edges

  14. Pass42,139 miles (+8,438)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    381679488464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,701 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,701 miles
    Test number
    412627377272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s steering rack arm is showing signs of very slight play
    • NoteVarious engine and transmission oil leaks

  16. Pass33,701 miles (+8,808)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    33,701 miles
    Test number
    852777077286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s steering rack arm is showing signs of very slight play
    • NoteVarious engine and transmission oil leaks

  17. Pass24,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,893 miles
    Test number
    874959976202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Questions about L8 ECU

Does L8 ECU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 ECU expired on 18 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 ECU?
The MOT on L8 ECU expired on 18 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 ECU done?
L8 ECU was recorded at 60,013 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 2,294 miles a year.
Has L8 ECU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 ECU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2009.
Has the mileage on L8 ECU 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 L8 ECU find?
L8 ECU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all L8E 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.