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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LC51 OUBMOT history

LC51 OUB is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 12 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 105,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2024
Mileage
105,715 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2024
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC51 OUB
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 24 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC51 OUB was last recorded at 105,715 miles on 9 Oct 2024, 2,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,520 miles · 25 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2,195 miles
Average per year
3,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,715 miles
  • 2023 – 103,520 miles
  • 2022 – 101,264 miles
  • 2021 – 98,755 miles
  • 2020 – 95,831 miles
  • 2019 – 92,481 miles
  • 2018 – 87,581 miles
  • 2017 – 86,017 miles
  • 2016 – 83,365 miles
  • 2013 – 83,242 miles
  • 2011 – 68,073 miles
  • 2010 – 58,329 miles
  • 2009 – 54,039 miles
  • 2008 – 50,236 miles
  • 2007 – 40,987 miles
  • 2006 – 36,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,715 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer casing (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorCentral Front Fuel hose leaking leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above bump stop (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above bump stop (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • Repaired at testPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked and taped (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor structure (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,715 miles (+2,195)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,715 miles
    Test number
    891322351185
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer casing (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Fuel hose leaking leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above bump stop (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting above bump stop (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testPower steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked and taped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor structure (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  2. Pass103,520 miles (+207)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,520 miles
    Test number
    307791671472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail103,313 miles (+2,049)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,313 miles
    Test number
    643970419076
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill return (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass101,264 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,264 miles
    Test number
    377574165045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail101,212 miles (+2,457)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,212 miles
    Test number
    908442323159
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass98,755 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    98,755 miles
    Test number
    126636873945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,753 miles (+2,922)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    803671622023
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring u bolt mounting bracket (5.3.6 (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))
  8. Pass95,831 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,831 miles
    Test number
    966001925815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,821 miles (+3,340)17 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,821 miles
    Test number
    963840566814
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis near front spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis near rear spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member near shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory indirect vision device insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis near front spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis near rear spring eye (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member near shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  10. Pass92,481 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,481 miles
    Test number
    318760792849
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated.
  11. Fail92,477 miles (+4,896)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,477 miles
    Test number
    150778097626
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated.
  12. Pass87,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,581 miles
    Test number
    840143544694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,581 miles (+1,564)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,581 miles
    Test number
    327557841978
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorObligatory mirror insecure drivers door (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch missing (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  14. Pass86,017 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,017 miles
    Test number
    314571937299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,998 miles (+2,633)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,998 miles
    Test number
    819891568214
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60x15 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint droplink (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass83,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,365 miles
    Test number
    131670799782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,365 miles (+123)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,365 miles
    Test number
    552121668590
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar link arm inner D bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing inside edge
  18. Pass83,242 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,242 miles
    Test number
    977237213069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  19. Fail83,228 miles (+15,155)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,228 miles
    Test number
    896666513080
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  20. Pass68,073 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,073 miles
    Test number
    638189521357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,000 miles (+9,671)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,000 miles
    Test number
    985496321302
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass58,329 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,329 miles
    Test number
    324344990231
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  23. Fail58,329 miles (+4,290)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,329 miles
    Test number
    503164390283
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  24. Fail54,039 miles4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,039 miles
    Test number
    362279099483
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Pass54,039 miles (+3,803)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,039 miles
    Test number
    710079399232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  26. Pass50,236 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,236 miles
    Test number
    110935918331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,480 miles (+5,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,480 miles
    Test number
    824621078075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  28. Pass40,987 miles (+4,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,987 miles
    Test number
    620469967014
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  29. Pass36,855 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,855 miles
    Test number
    412326866035
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack.

Questions about LC51 OUB

Does LC51 OUB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC51 OUB expired on 24 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC51 OUB?
The MOT on LC51 OUB expired on 24 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC51 OUB done?
LC51 OUB was recorded at 105,715 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2024, an average of 3,704 miles a year.
Has LC51 OUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC51 OUB has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LC51 OUB 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 LC51 OUB find?
LC51 OUB failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer casing; central front fuel hose leaking leak off pipe; nearside rear lower leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn, and 7 more.

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