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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,597 cc

S69 RUJMOT history

S69 RUJ is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 26 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 45,145 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2025
Mileage
45,145 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,191 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S69 RUJ
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
26 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S69 RUJ was last recorded at 45,145 miles on 26 Jun 2024, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,100 miles · 28 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
1,191 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 45,145 miles
  • 2023 – 45,100 miles
  • 2022 – 44,997 miles
  • 2021 – 44,882 miles
  • 2020 – 44,526 miles
  • 2019 – 43,497 miles
  • 2018 – 42,515 miles
  • 2017 – 41,390 miles
  • 2016 – 40,028 miles
  • 2015 – 38,378 miles
  • 2014 – 36,835 miles
  • 2013 – 35,791 miles
  • 2012 – 34,626 miles
  • 2011 – 33,294 miles
  • 2010 – 31,600 miles
  • 2009 – 29,478 miles
  • 2008 – 27,431 miles
  • 2007 – 25,544 miles
  • 2006 – 23,407 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,145 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective hole

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass45,145 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    45,145 miles
    Test number
    661744782267
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail45,145 miles (+45)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,145 miles
    Test number
    286163200275
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass45,100 miles (+11)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    45,100 miles
    Test number
    437355390683
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective hole (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure

  4. Fail45,089 miles (+7)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,089 miles
    Test number
    928574609099
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective hole (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper mount corroded bumper is secure

  5. Fail45,082 miles (+85)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,082 miles
    Test number
    626062848143
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested brakes not tested due to condition of flexi hoses on rear (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded flexi hose at connection to ridgid pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper insecure mountings (rear lower quater) has corroded off (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of outer and inner sill within 30cm of swing axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded ferrule at connection to rigid pipe (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure mountings (lower rear quater) has corroded off (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of outer and inner sill within 30 cm of swing axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside and nearside hoses to calipers (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside pipes to flexi hoses are corroded prior to connection to short replacement copper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside inner wings/strut turrets within 30ck of strut mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner and outer sills are corroded in patches and at lips where inner and outer sills meet (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside chassis within 30 cm of swing axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass44,997 miles (+115)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    44,997 miles
    Test number
    808817019750
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material central and rear brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass44,882 miles (+356)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,882 miles
    Test number
    253395905201
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system in poor condition , multiple leaks in system, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bumper bar area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass44,526 miles (+1,029)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    44,526 miles
    Test number
    514806324083
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis/inner wheel arch area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass43,497 miles (+982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    43,497 miles
    Test number
    971194421756
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass42,515 miles (+1,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    672021538312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis leg and inner wheel arch. (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass41,390 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,390 miles
    Test number
    135774103834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,028 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,028 miles
    Test number
    540414695068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,378 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    158166985456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,377 miles (+1,542)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,377 miles
    Test number
    189993085028
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass36,835 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,835 miles
    Test number
    188443484435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Fail36,834 miles (+1,043)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,834 miles
    Test number
    906033984015
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  17. Pass35,791 miles (+1,165)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,791 miles
    Test number
    208417383066
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass34,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    325102782022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,626 miles (+1,332)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    138142382400
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass33,294 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    195478481478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,600 miles (+2,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,600 miles
    Test number
    561593580079
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass29,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,478 miles
    Test number
    803135879035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,478 miles (+2,047)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,478 miles
    Test number
    914345279099
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass27,431 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,431 miles
    Test number
    313797088002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,544 miles
    Test number
    430947787041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,544 miles (+2,137)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,544 miles
    Test number
    701007487093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  27. Pass23,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,407 miles
    Test number
    423177586078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S69 RUJ

Does S69 RUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S69 RUJ expired on 27 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S69 RUJ?
The MOT on S69 RUJ expired on 27 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S69 RUJ done?
S69 RUJ was recorded at 45,145 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2024, an average of 1,191 miles a year.
Has S69 RUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S69 RUJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on S69 RUJ 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 S69 RUJ find?
S69 RUJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2024 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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