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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

LS51 OWKMOT history

LS51 OWK is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 8 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2026
Mileage
114,660 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 OWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 OWK was last recorded at 114,660 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,644 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
4,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,660 miles
  • 2024 – 110,028 miles
  • 2023 – 109,912 miles
  • 2022 – 102,906 miles
  • 2020 – 88,615 miles
  • 2019 – 83,566 miles
  • 2018 – 76,193 miles
  • 2017 – 70,660 miles
  • 2016 – 69,289 miles
  • 2015 – 66,498 miles
  • 2014 – 63,924 miles
  • 2013 – 61,512 miles
  • 2012 – 58,072 miles
  • 2011 – 55,537 miles
  • 2010 – 51,401 miles
  • 2009 – 47,505 miles
  • 2008 – 43,444 miles
  • 2007 – 38,931 miles
  • 2006 – 34,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,660 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside front to rear intermediate steel brake pipe corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside inner sill corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside rear chassis rail corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside rear suspension front mount corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,660 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,660 miles
    Test number
    450076663078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,644 miles (+4,616)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,644 miles
    Test number
    978382164316
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,028 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    110,028 miles
    Test number
    898962587499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail109,912 miles (+7,006)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,912 miles
    Test number
    869198433339
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail, leaf spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chasis rils corroding by bump stops
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear steel brake pipes corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv boot perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroding

  5. Pass102,906 miles (+47)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,906 miles
    Test number
    742160277936
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear intermediate steel brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear chassis rail corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear suspension front mount corroding

  6. Fail102,859 miles (+14,244)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,859 miles
    Test number
    229619569902
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear intermediate steel brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear chassis rail corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside rear suspension front mount corroding

  7. Pass88,615 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    948504261902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,349 miles (+4,783)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,349 miles
    Test number
    142230183620
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis at spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced doorsill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis at shockabsorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,566 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,566 miles
    Test number
    855472904273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail83,541 miles (+7,348)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,541 miles
    Test number
    961910759131
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass76,193 miles (+5,533)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,193 miles
    Test number
    878474097129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,660 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,660 miles
    Test number
    777703313770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,289 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,289 miles
    Test number
    956407639702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,498 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,498 miles
    Test number
    237799825222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,924 miles (+2,412)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,924 miles
    Test number
    707581214243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,512 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,512 miles
    Test number
    906182423229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,072 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,072 miles
    Test number
    426944962219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass55,537 miles (+4,136)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    55,537 miles
    Test number
    595382761222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,401 miles (+3,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,401 miles
    Test number
    923960460232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass47,505 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,505 miles
    Test number
    992889459294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,444 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,444 miles
    Test number
    443766868286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,931 miles (+4,296)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,931 miles
    Test number
    234842767292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,635 miles
    Test number
    343348266209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 OWK

Does LS51 OWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 OWK expired on 14 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 OWK?
The MOT on LS51 OWK expired on 14 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 OWK done?
LS51 OWK was recorded at 114,660 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 4,256 miles a year.
Has LS51 OWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 OWK has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 OWK 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 LS51 OWK find?
LS51 OWK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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