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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

V643 ELAMOT history

V643 ELA is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 20 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 73,536 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
73,536 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V643 ELA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V643 ELA was last recorded at 73,536 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,536 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,536 miles
  • 2025 – 64,733 miles
  • 2024 – 55,561 miles
  • 2023 – 55,560 miles
  • 2022 – 52,323 miles
  • 2021 – 52,205 miles
  • 2020 – 47,289 miles
  • 2017 – 47,042 miles
  • 2015 – 46,028 miles
  • 2014 – 45,206 miles
  • 2013 – 44,287 miles
  • 2012 – 41,152 miles
  • 2011 – 36,105 miles
  • 2010 – 32,997 miles
  • 2009 – 28,043 miles
  • 2008 – 23,914 miles
  • 2007 – 18,776 miles
  • 2006 – 13,883 miles
  • 2005 – 12,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,536 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,536 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    73,536 miles
    Test number
    812142948355
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,536 miles (+8,803)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,536 miles
    Test number
    560911031677
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,733 miles (+9,172)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    64,733 miles
    Test number
    463531879758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass55,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    650989598036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail55,561 miles (+1)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    948272782494
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass55,560 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    55,560 miles
    Test number
    138968939846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,323 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    52,323 miles
    Test number
    903423525605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,321 miles (+116)1 dangerous3 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,321 miles
    Test number
    690587385847
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass52,205 miles (+4,916)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    52,205 miles
    Test number
    288841705980
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    47,289 miles
    Test number
    785839731665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,289 miles (+247)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,289 miles
    Test number
    440872918609
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,042 miles (+1,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,042 miles
    Test number
    403183356658
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass46,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    957349402001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,028 miles (+822)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    373698836735
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass45,206 miles (+919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,206 miles
    Test number
    475034224386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass44,287 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,287 miles
    Test number
    197121033340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,152 miles
    Test number
    568828122307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    768777422341
    • FailureFront All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass36,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,105 miles
    Test number
    698147521380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,105 miles (+3,108)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,105 miles
    Test number
    446257921332
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass32,997 miles (+4,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    32,997 miles
    Test number
    723690520370
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass28,043 miles (+4,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    28,043 miles
    Test number
    411741029407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass23,914 miles (+5,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,914 miles
    Test number
    693448118309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass18,776 miles (+4,893)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,776 miles
    Test number
    832228317310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass13,883 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,883 miles
    Test number
    943830216323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    12,373 miles
    Test number
    392622125396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V643 ELA

Does V643 ELA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V643 ELA is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V643 ELA?
The MOT on V643 ELA is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V643 ELA done?
V643 ELA was recorded at 73,536 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,952 miles a year.
Has V643 ELA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V643 ELA has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V643 ELA 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 V643 ELA find?
V643 ELA passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount, and 2 more.

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