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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

R623 XJAMOT history

R623 XJA is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 12 Sept 1997. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 39,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
39,089 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R623 XJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
12 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R623 XJA was last recorded at 39,089 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Oct 2007: 687 miles, lower than 5,792 miles on 2 Oct 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,410 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
679 miles
Average per year
1,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 39,089 miles
  • 2024 – 38,410 miles
  • 2017 – 38,406 miles
  • 2015 – 37,159 miles
  • 2013 – 35,745 miles
  • 2012 – 15,581 miles
  • 2011 – 14,909 miles
  • 2010 – 12,388 miles
  • 2008 – 10,702 miles
  • 2007 – 687 miles
  • 2006 – 5,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,089 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

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 brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,089 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    451776663049
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  2. Fail39,089 miles (+679)1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    337205500225
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  3. Pass38,410 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    38,410 miles
    Test number
    900729586750
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Axle (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills both rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass38,406 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,406 miles
    Test number
    725684305819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,404 miles (+1,245)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,404 miles
    Test number
    777958059658
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass37,159 miles (+1,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,159 miles
    Test number
    216342015268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,745 miles (+20,164)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,745 miles
    Test number
    336108403206
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  8. Pass15,581 miles (+672)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,581 miles
    Test number
    205730112258
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  9. Pass14,909 miles (+2,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,909 miles
    Test number
    959391411286
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  10. Pass12,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    12,388 miles
    Test number
    612103130265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail12,388 miles (+1,686)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,388 miles
    Test number
    380813630464
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteAll four tyres have cracks across the tread

  12. Pass10,702 miles (+10,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    10,702 miles
    Test number
    234811978290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass687 miles (-5,105)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    687 miles
    Test number
    191099377275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass5,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    5,792 miles
    Test number
    490375776244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R623 XJA

Does R623 XJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R623 XJA is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R623 XJA?
The MOT on R623 XJA is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R623 XJA done?
R623 XJA was recorded at 39,089 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 1,740 miles a year.
Has R623 XJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R623 XJA has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on R623 XJA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R623 XJA find?
R623 XJA passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 6 more.

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