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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,597 cc

X453 BLGMOT history

X453 BLG is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 12 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2023
Mileage
72,747 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X453 BLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X453 BLG was last recorded at 72,747 miles on 16 Dec 2022, 9,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,395 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
9,352 miles
Average per year
3,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,747 miles
  • 2021 – 63,395 miles
  • 2020 – 60,298 miles
  • 2019 – 57,395 miles
  • 2018 – 54,909 miles
  • 2017 – 51,876 miles
  • 2016 – 47,839 miles
  • 2015 – 45,041 miles
  • 2013 – 40,948 miles
  • 2012 – 37,305 miles
  • 2011 – 33,431 miles
  • 2010 – 28,986 miles
  • 2009 – 24,120 miles
  • 2008 – 19,084 miles
  • 2007 – 16,048 miles
  • 2006 – 12,830 miles
  • 2005 – 8,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,747 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS LEGS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,747 miles (+9,352)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,747 miles
    Test number
    739835140848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass63,395 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    63,395 miles
    Test number
    507947308696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body sealed

  3. Fail63,393 miles (+3,095)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,393 miles
    Test number
    645591233840
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass60,298 miles (+2,903)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,298 miles
    Test number
    395077663228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass57,395 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    942028762651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS LEGS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail57,383 miles (+2,474)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,383 miles
    Test number
    215538963015
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure FRONT TO REAR (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions BOTH REAR TYRE ROTATIONS INCORRECT (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR CHASSIS LEGS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,909 miles (+3,033)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,909 miles
    Test number
    588093746600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass51,876 miles (+4,037)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    656999023018
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (sill )various places front to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (sill) various places front to rear (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre severely perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit severely perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has excessive travel

  9. Pass47,839 miles (+2,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,839 miles
    Test number
    242164593307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass45,041 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,041 miles
    Test number
    948992885107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,948 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    259035213361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail40,923 miles (+3,618)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,923 miles
    Test number
    629942413341
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass37,305 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,305 miles
    Test number
    288280212391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  14. Fail37,291 miles (+3,860)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,291 miles
    Test number
    886577202364
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking

  15. Fail33,431 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,431 miles
    Test number
    456755301466
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass33,431 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,431 miles
    Test number
    795635301300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,986 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,986 miles
    Test number
    153119510332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,984 miles (+4,864)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,984 miles
    Test number
    144576610398
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on limit on inner edge

  19. Pass24,120 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    24,120 miles
    Test number
    364543819344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail24,120 miles (+5,036)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,120 miles
    Test number
    463100219316
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass19,084 miles (+3,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,084 miles
    Test number
    462141718419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass16,048 miles (+3,218)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,048 miles
    Test number
    820326917383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail12,830 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,830 miles
    Test number
    174373816303
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass12,830 miles (+4,095)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    12,830 miles
    Test number
    633323616319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    8,735 miles
    Test number
    121488415327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X453 BLG

Does X453 BLG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X453 BLG expired on 15 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X453 BLG?
The MOT on X453 BLG expired on 15 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X453 BLG done?
X453 BLG was recorded at 72,747 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2022, an average of 3,746 miles a year.
Has X453 BLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X453 BLG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on X453 BLG 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 X453 BLG find?
X453 BLG passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; nearside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear exhaust mounting defective, and 3 more.

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