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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LB51 FUAMOT history

LB51 FUA is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 12 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Nov 2025
Mileage
135,042 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,026 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 FUA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 FUA was last recorded at 135,042 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,862 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
180 miles
Average per year
5,026 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,042 miles
  • 2024 – 134,862 miles
  • 2023 – 133,519 miles
  • 2022 – 131,534 miles
  • 2021 – 130,651 miles
  • 2020 – 129,014 miles
  • 2019 – 126,785 miles
  • 2018 – 124,226 miles
  • 2017 – 120,709 miles
  • 2016 – 119,369 miles
  • 2015 – 110,295 miles
  • 2014 – 102,915 miles
  • 2013 – 95,163 miles
  • 2012 – 87,697 miles
  • 2011 – 78,589 miles
  • 2010 – 69,998 miles
  • 2009 – 60,692 miles
  • 2008 – 51,654 miles
  • 2007 – 42,920 miles
  • 2006 – 37,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail135,042 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing holed
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryBoth rear spring mountings corroded
  • AdvisoryFloor,sills and underside corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • General underbody corrosion.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail135,042 miles (+180)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,042 miles
    Test number
    271977201310
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower wing holed
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryFloor,sills and underside corroded
  2. Pass134,862 miles (+1,343)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    134,862 miles
    Test number
    330925217552
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Deteriorated and leaking. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear leaf spring mounting areas corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing corroded and holed but not within a pre-scribed area.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass133,519 miles (+1,985)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,519 miles
    Test number
    245725564714
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft boot has a small leak of grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear leaf spring mounting areas corroded
  4. Pass131,534 miles (+883)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,534 miles
    Test number
    575408258202
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Small leak of grease from constant velocity gaiter.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Leaf spring mounting areas. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass130,651 miles (+1,637)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    130,651 miles
    Test number
    601827331094
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion.
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front arm front bush deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,014 miles (+2,229)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    129,014 miles
    Test number
    946351116338
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  7. Pass126,785 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    992512165954
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail126,782 miles (+2,556)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,782 miles
    Test number
    502386770057
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel leak around fuel pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass124,226 miles (+60)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,226 miles
    Test number
    364887205249
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides all front and rear mountigs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust all system poor and rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance 20%
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion to all areas
  10. Fail124,166 miles (+3,457)3 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,166 miles
    Test number
    528637341254
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel fuel in engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill rusted to excess (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill rusted to excess (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides all front and rear mountigs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust all system poor and rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance 20%
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion to all areas
  11. Pass120,709 miles (+1,340)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,709 miles
    Test number
    219078179925
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. at 25% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides all front and rear mountings (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOuter Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel tank areas [no visible leaks at time of test]
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface rust to exhaust system in places
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion in places
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brakes slight grabbing
  12. Pass119,369 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,369 miles
    Test number
    118547361417
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 arms front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail119,364 miles (+11)12 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,364 miles
    Test number
    625998379158
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve has been removed and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x2 sills (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 32% (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 arms front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 across axle (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail119,353 miles (+9,058)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,353 miles
    Test number
    104218292139
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering chassis legs (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering chassis leggs (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition represents the age of the vehicle
  15. Pass110,295 miles (+7,380)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    110,295 miles
    Test number
    327274965012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,915 miles (+7,752)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    102,915 miles
    Test number
    497914834030
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust has a minor leak of gases from its downpipe area
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes are corroded in places
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing low on inner edge (may need attention soon)
    • NoteSpare wheel is missing from its carrier
  17. Pass95,163 miles (+7,466)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    95,163 miles
    Test number
    537528513072
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAirbag light is on
    • NoteSome corrosion to front and rear metal brake pipes in places
    • NoteTiming belt cover is damaged
  18. Pass87,697 miles (+9,108)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    606798952086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light is flashing
    • NoteOffside door mirror is slightly insecure and has a temporary repair made
    • NoteTiming belt cover is damaged
  19. Pass78,589 miles (+8,591)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,589 miles
    Test number
    945458521029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag light is on
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass has very slight damage
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes
  20. Pass69,998 miles (+9,306)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,998 miles
    Test number
    514859110015
    • NoteOffside door mirror glass slightly damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn slightly on inner edge
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes
  21. Pass60,692 miles (+9,038)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,692 miles
    Test number
    653978539092
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteVery slight oil dampness around power steering pump
  22. Fail51,654 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    110374728070
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAir bag light on
  23. Pass51,654 miles (+8,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    194304928039
    • NoteAir bag light on
  24. Pass42,920 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,920 miles
    Test number
    171870647078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,104 miles
    Test number
    452094176194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 FUA

Does LB51 FUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 FUA expired on 23 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 FUA?
The MOT on LB51 FUA expired on 23 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 FUA done?
LB51 FUA was recorded at 135,042 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 5,026 miles a year.
Has LB51 FUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 FUA has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 FUA 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 LB51 FUA find?
LB51 FUA failed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: headlamp levelling device inoperative both; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill, and 7 more.

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