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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,597 cc

X437 EJAMOT history

X437 EJA is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 11 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 60,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2022
Mileage
60,400 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X437 EJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X437 EJA was last recorded at 60,400 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 1,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,664 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,736 miles
Average per year
1,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 60,400 miles
  • 2021 – 58,664 miles
  • 2020 – 58,332 miles
  • 2019 – 58,134 miles
  • 2018 – 57,624 miles
  • 2017 – 57,011 miles
  • 2016 – 56,176 miles
  • 2015 – 55,548 miles
  • 2014 – 54,262 miles
  • 2013 – 51,835 miles
  • 2012 – 49,428 miles
  • 2011 – 47,645 miles
  • 2010 – 45,589 miles
  • 2009 – 44,272 miles
  • 2008 – 42,828 miles
  • 2007 – 37,707 miles
  • 2006 – 32,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail60,400 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail60,400 miles7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,400 miles
    Test number
    578564957369
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    771981092918
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,664 miles (+332)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    58,664 miles
    Test number
    731206191419
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and o/s/rear chassis box sections (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drop sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  4. Pass58,332 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,332 miles
    Test number
    792503283522
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement r front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,331 miles (+197)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,331 miles
    Test number
    253035610034
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement r front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,134 miles (+510)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    58,134 miles
    Test number
    328578048809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis box section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass57,624 miles (+613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,624 miles
    Test number
    656962342542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass57,011 miles (+835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,011 miles
    Test number
    301967051000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass56,176 miles (+628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    713272382773
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass55,548 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,548 miles
    Test number
    278905545058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,262 miles
    Test number
    865597534006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,260 miles (+2,425)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    776877234010
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass51,835 miles (+2,407)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,835 miles
    Test number
    447015433018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,428 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    127297512037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,645 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    47,645 miles
    Test number
    287185731042
    • NoteSteering rackarms slightly worn

  16. Fail47,645 miles (+2,056)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,645 miles
    Test number
    835914431011
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSteering rackarms slightly worn

  17. Pass45,589 miles (+1,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,589 miles
    Test number
    441313930042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass44,272 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,272 miles
    Test number
    181931029495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    330643928046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,828 miles (+5,121)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,828 miles
    Test number
    183443928444
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  21. Pass37,707 miles (+5,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,707 miles
    Test number
    262659317043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass32,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    864134616054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X437 EJA

Does X437 EJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X437 EJA expired on 13 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X437 EJA?
The MOT on X437 EJA expired on 13 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X437 EJA done?
X437 EJA was recorded at 60,400 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 1,749 miles a year.
Has X437 EJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X437 EJA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on X437 EJA 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 X437 EJA find?
X437 EJA failed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour; nearside rear brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front direction indicator incorrect colour, and 6 more.

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