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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LF02 GAUMOT history

LF02 GAU is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2025
Mileage
90,781 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 GAU
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
10 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF02 GAU was last recorded at 90,781 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,646 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
135 miles
Average per year
1,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,781 miles
  • 2024 – 90,008 miles
  • 2023 – 88,297 miles
  • 2022 – 86,721 miles
  • 2021 – 85,081 miles
  • 2020 – 83,720 miles
  • 2019 – 81,824 miles
  • 2018 – 80,020 miles
  • 2017 – 78,089 miles
  • 2015 – 76,116 miles
  • 2014 – 72,221 miles
  • 2013 – 68,972 miles
  • 2012 – 65,581 miles
  • 2011 – 62,667 miles
  • 2010 – 59,462 miles
  • 2009 – 56,278 miles
  • 2008 – 53,512 miles
  • 2006 – 51,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail90,781 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear 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 is inadequately repaired inner quarter (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryWhole underneath of vehicle covered in thick underseal

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Underside of van rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail90,781 miles (+135)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,781 miles
    Test number
    694217066267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear 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 is inadequately repaired inner quarter (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWhole underneath of vehicle covered in thick underseal

  2. Fail90,646 miles (+638)15 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,646 miles
    Test number
    972577040827
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted (1.1.17 (b))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength to centre inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass90,008 miles (+1,711)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,008 miles
    Test number
    793370595112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security heavily undersealed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass88,297 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,297 miles
    Test number
    699747755287
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material . - All brake pipes - . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,277 miles (+1,556)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,277 miles
    Test number
    401071501328
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material . - All brake pipes - . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,721 miles (+36)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,721 miles
    Test number
    652941119040
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ......ALL.... (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail86,685 miles (+1,604)1 dangerous5 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,685 miles
    Test number
    676070098025
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ......ALL.... (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,081 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,081 miles
    Test number
    816434750965
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of van rusty

  9. Fail85,079 miles (+1,359)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,079 miles
    Test number
    814366721325
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnderside of van rusty

  10. Pass83,720 miles (+30)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,720 miles
    Test number
    971649355524
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of van rusty

  11. Fail83,690 miles (+1,866)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,690 miles
    Test number
    287361305128
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of van rusty

  12. Pass81,824 miles (+19)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,824 miles
    Test number
    323957375035
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail81,805 miles (+1,785)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    923558349763
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass80,020 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,020 miles
    Test number
    712514019235
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail79,978 miles (+1,889)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,978 miles
    Test number
    950278770911
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass78,089 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    78,089 miles
    Test number
    660736571733
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail78,079 miles (+1,963)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,079 miles
    Test number
    607846499658
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass76,116 miles (+1,836)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,116 miles
    Test number
    134861248278
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass74,280 miles (+2,059)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,280 miles
    Test number
    418945715051
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass72,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    826196414058
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail72,218 miles (+3,246)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    129056614413
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass68,972 miles (+54)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,972 miles
    Test number
    115732023017
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail68,918 miles (+3,337)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,918 miles
    Test number
    455856413096
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass65,581 miles (+2,914)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    65,581 miles
    Test number
    646977112074
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass62,667 miles (+3,205)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,667 miles
    Test number
    239120411081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F inner CV boot loose

  26. Pass59,462 miles (+3,184)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,462 miles
    Test number
    801431210031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,278 miles (+2,766)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,278 miles
    Test number
    554456019050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass53,512 miles (+2,018)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,512 miles
    Test number
    404280538044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,494 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,494 miles
    Test number
    132412986017
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  30. Pass51,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    51,494 miles
    Test number
    903982286025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 GAU

Does LF02 GAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 GAU expired on 25 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 GAU?
The MOT on LF02 GAU expired on 25 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 GAU done?
LF02 GAU was recorded at 90,781 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 1,945 miles a year.
Has LF02 GAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 GAU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 GAU 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 GAU find?
LF02 GAU failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired; front registration plate missing, and 9 more.

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