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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,753 cc

LX52 XZZMOT history

LX52 XZZ is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 7 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 196,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2025
Mileage
196,339 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 XZZ
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
7 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX52 XZZ was last recorded at 196,339 miles on 23 Apr 2025, 663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,676 miles · 3 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
663 miles
Average per year
8,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 196,339 miles
  • 2024 – 195,676 miles
  • 2016 – 124,897 miles
  • 2014 – 100,856 miles
  • 2012 – 80,818 miles
  • 2011 – 74,099 miles
  • 2010 – 70,074 miles
  • 2009 – 61,544 miles
  • 2008 – 52,888 miles
  • 2007 – 45,100 miles
  • 2006 – 38,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail196,339 miles
  • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • 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 Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 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 spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • 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 Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill + arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring 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 chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective small split - still clears (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember for shocker mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroding
  • AdvisoryRear wheel arches rusty

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.

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

12 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail196,339 miles (+663)16 major6 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,339 miles
    Test number
    378971651557
    • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 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 spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded X2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill + arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension spring 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 chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective small split - still clears (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember for shocker mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroding
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches rusty

  2. Pass195,676 miles (+70,779)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    195,676 miles
    Test number
    269011675638
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,897 miles (+24,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,897 miles
    Test number
    887384208811
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates have slight damage
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage out of swept area

  4. Pass100,856 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,856 miles
    Test number
    849870474081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Fail100,856 miles (+20,038)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,856 miles
    Test number
    197273564019
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass80,818 miles (+6,719)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,818 miles
    Test number
    387670892479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,099 miles (+4,025)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,099 miles
    Test number
    138051901363
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs sligtly worn.

  8. Pass70,074 miles (+8,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    511982800350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass61,544 miles (+8,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    61,544 miles
    Test number
    604980109371
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  10. Pass52,888 miles (+7,788)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,888 miles
    Test number
    271453478229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,100 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    45,100 miles
    Test number
    164527957235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    38,088 miles
    Test number
    503051976282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 XZZ

Does LX52 XZZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 XZZ expired on 2 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 XZZ?
The MOT on LX52 XZZ expired on 2 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 XZZ done?
LX52 XZZ was recorded at 196,339 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2025, an average of 8,523 miles a year.
Has LX52 XZZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 XZZ has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LX52 XZZ 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 LX52 XZZ find?
LX52 XZZ failed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2025 with 16 major defects, 6 minor defects and 9 advisories: front all direction indicators incorrect colour; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 28 more.

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