Ford Escort
Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,597 cc
R85 FNOMOT history
R85 FNO is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 14 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 43,534 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 4 Feb 2025
- Mileage
- 43,534 mi
- At MOT on 27 Jan 2024
- MOT tests
- 23
- 19 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 1,212 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- R85 FNO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Escort
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,597 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 14 Mar 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 27 Jan 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
R85 FNO was last recorded at 43,534 miles on 27 Jan 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 22 Feb 2011: 23,499 miles, lower than 24,097 miles on 9 Mar 2010.
- 25 Feb 2019: 35,472 miles, lower than 37,647 miles on 22 Feb 2018.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 43,533 miles · 26 Jan 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 1,212 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 43,534 miles
- 2023 – 40,794 miles
- 2022 – 38,137 miles
- 2021 – 37,643 miles
- 2020 – 36,454 miles
- 2019 – 35,473 miles
- 2018 – 37,647 miles
- 2017 – 29,570 miles
- 2016 – 27,434 miles
- 2015 – 26,744 miles
- 2014 – 25,892 miles
- 2013 – 25,133 miles
- 2012 – 24,715 miles
- 2011 – 23,499 miles
- 2010 – 24,097 miles
- 2009 – 23,654 miles
- 2008 – 23,264 miles
- 2007 – 22,745 miles
- 2006 – 21,822 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass43,534 miles
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
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.
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2
Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023
Chip in windscreen
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021
Full MOT history
23 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass43,534 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 43,534 miles
- Test number
- 727981554422
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail43,533 miles (+2,739)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 43,533 miles
- Test number
- 768214979760
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill (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))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass40,794 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 40,794 miles
- Test number
- 490217798447
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail40,793 miles (+2,656)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 40,793 miles
- Test number
- 460793546743
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive drum covered in brake fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass38,137 miles (+494)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 38,137 miles
- Test number
- 774601066746
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass37,643 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 37,643 miles
- Test number
- 679086200631
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryChip in windscreen
Fail37,641 miles (+1,187)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,641 miles
- Test number
- 451863711862
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryChip in windscreen
Pass36,454 miles (+981)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 36,454 miles
- Test number
- 823815687187
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass35,473 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 35,473 miles
- Test number
- 217740263127
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail35,472 miles (-2,175)4 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,472 miles
- Test number
- 464582134173
- MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass37,647 miles (+8,077)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 37,647 miles
- Test number
- 273466499736
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryNsr tyre wall cracking
- AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass29,570 miles (+2,136)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 29,570 miles
- Test number
- 253209198674
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass27,434 miles (+690)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 27,434 miles
- Test number
- 717161733712
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass26,744 miles (+852)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 26,744 miles
- Test number
- 186061365495
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteRear tyre sidewalls perished
Pass25,892 miles (+759)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 25,892 miles
- Test number
- 619156554035
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,133 miles (+418)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 25,133 miles
- Test number
- 919356053063
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,715 miles (+1,216)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 24,715 miles
- Test number
- 618261462017
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,499 miles (-598)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 23,499 miles
- Test number
- 708153551058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,097 miles (+443)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 24,097 miles
- Test number
- 174918160072
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,654 miles (+390)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 23,654 miles
- Test number
- 154325159067
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,264 miles (+519)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 23,264 miles
- Test number
- 230153858010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,745 miles (+923)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 22,745 miles
- Test number
- 842035567046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,822 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 21,822 miles
- Test number
- 490179256036
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteN/s front tyre found nail in tread
Questions about R85 FNO
- Does R85 FNO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on R85 FNO expired on 4 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on R85 FNO?
- The MOT on R85 FNO expired on 4 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has R85 FNO done?
- R85 FNO was recorded at 43,534 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2024, an average of 1,212 miles a year.
- Has R85 FNO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. R85 FNO has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
- Has the mileage on R85 FNO ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Feb 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on R85 FNO find?
- R85 FNO passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.
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