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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,753 cc

X72 VHKMOT history

X72 VHK is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,189 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 VHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 VHK was last recorded at 90,189 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,187 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,189 miles
  • 2025 – 85,137 miles
  • 2024 – 80,103 miles
  • 2022 – 78,709 miles
  • 2015 – 78,483 miles
  • 2014 – 76,193 miles
  • 2013 – 73,622 miles
  • 2012 – 70,726 miles
  • 2011 – 67,409 miles
  • 2010 – 63,698 miles
  • 2009 – 59,481 miles
  • 2008 – 53,692 miles
  • 2006 – 49,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,189 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,189 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,189 miles
    Test number
    600314350181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail90,187 miles (+5,050)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,187 miles
    Test number
    925945624550
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass85,137 miles (+37)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    668432433179
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at bottom of screen drivers side. (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail85,100 miles (+4,997)2 dangerous14 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,100 miles
    Test number
    376974092957
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pipe likely to become detached or damaged front to rear pipe insecure (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg area under drivers floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill area has been poorly repaired, Not to MOT standard. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipes x2 from compensator valve. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked at bottom of screen drivers side. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from brake vacuum pump. Advise immediate repair.
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from thermostate housing area.
  5. Pass80,103 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,103 miles
    Test number
    807327329023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail80,101 miles (+1,392)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,101 miles
    Test number
    980384042075
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass78,709 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,709 miles
    Test number
    192575492134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail78,677 miles (+194)2 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,677 miles
    Test number
    901831434995
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass78,483 miles (+7)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,483 miles
    Test number
    857606585071
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight seepage fron n/s outter drive shaft gaitor clip
  10. Fail78,476 miles (+2,283)2 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,476 miles
    Test number
    318328275023
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight seepage fron n/s outter drive shaft gaitor clip
  11. Pass76,193 miles (+2,571)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,193 miles
    Test number
    247697254060
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  12. Pass73,622 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,622 miles
    Test number
    926423873073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Fail73,615 miles (+2,889)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,615 miles
    Test number
    988032773054
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass70,726 miles (+8)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    769640882099
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  15. Fail70,718 miles (+3,309)13 failures12 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,718 miles
    Test number
    618145572076
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  16. Pass67,409 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,409 miles
    Test number
    785192661050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  17. Fail67,409 miles (+3,711)2 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,409 miles
    Test number
    835142761038
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  18. Fail63,698 miles7 repaired10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,698 miles
    Test number
    343502360057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  19. Pass63,698 miles (+4,217)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    63,698 miles
    Test number
    972532660099
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perished
  20. Pass59,481 miles (+5,789)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,481 miles
    Test number
    911945439029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,692 miles (+4,529)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    53,692 miles
    Test number
    420766938010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    49,163 miles
    Test number
    401303336397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 VHK

Does X72 VHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 VHK is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 VHK?
The MOT on X72 VHK is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 VHK done?
X72 VHK was recorded at 90,189 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 2,130 miles a year.
Has X72 VHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 VHK has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X72 VHK 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 X72 VHK find?
X72 VHK passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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