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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LF02 EZJMOT history

LF02 EZJ is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,024 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,024 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 EZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 EZJ was last recorded at 115,024 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,023 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,024 miles
  • 2024 – 114,352 miles
  • 2020 – 109,151 miles
  • 2019 – 106,828 miles
  • 2018 – 104,601 miles
  • 2017 – 101,651 miles
  • 2016 – 98,547 miles
  • 2015 – 95,823 miles
  • 2014 – 92,164 miles
  • 2013 – 90,818 miles
  • 2012 – 84,578 miles
  • 2011 – 78,559 miles
  • 2010 – 72,474 miles
  • 2008 – 67,579 miles
  • 2007 – 63,421 miles
  • 2006 – 58,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,024 miles
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty not cancelling indicators automatically (4.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users only at start. (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • General corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coolant leak header tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,024 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,024 miles
    Test number
    967381441630
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty not cancelling indicators automatically (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users only at start. (8.2.2.2 (c))

  2. Fail115,023 miles (+671)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,023 miles
    Test number
    673492328620
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty not cancelling indicators automatically (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users only at start. (8.2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass114,352 miles (+1,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,352 miles
    Test number
    866947288167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass112,944 miles (+3,793)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,944 miles
    Test number
    336358299198
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes coated in a material
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust back box outer skin in poor condition
    • AdvisoryVehicle under body / chassis has been under seal protected

  5. Pass109,151 miles (+2,323)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,151 miles
    Test number
    681102582030
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass106,828 miles (+132)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,828 miles
    Test number
    964984944766
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail106,696 miles (+2,095)1 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,696 miles
    Test number
    118463842580
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass104,601 miles (+178)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,601 miles
    Test number
    956917545391
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  9. Fail104,423 miles (+2,772)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    287394089732
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak header tank
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion

  10. Pass101,651 miles (+3,104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,651 miles
    Test number
    245352635821
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear spring hangers starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryInner sills have surface corrosion

  11. Pass98,547 miles (+2,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,547 miles
    Test number
    212247080408
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have multiple cuts

  12. Pass95,823 miles (+3,659)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,823 miles
    Test number
    996395725148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,164 miles (+1,346)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,164 miles
    Test number
    728415354054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass90,818 miles (+6,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,818 miles
    Test number
    988970413278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,578 miles (+6,019)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    84,578 miles
    Test number
    547196942056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,559 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    318224601054
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  17. Pass78,559 miles (+6,085)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    819134401081
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition

  18. Pass72,474 miles (+4,895)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,474 miles
    Test number
    243958100073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,579 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    67,579 miles
    Test number
    473275768489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    63,421 miles
    Test number
    271011487449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail63,421 miles (+5,350)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,421 miles
    Test number
    501551487116
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass58,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,071 miles
    Test number
    552424786180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    372223315365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 EZJ

Does LF02 EZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 EZJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 EZJ?
The MOT on LF02 EZJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 EZJ done?
LF02 EZJ was recorded at 115,024 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,885 miles a year.
Has LF02 EZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 EZJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 EZJ 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 LF02 EZJ find?
LF02 EZJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: indicator switch faulty not cancelling indicators automatically; exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users only at start..

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