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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y297 DDUMOT history

Y297 DDU is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 151,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
151,275 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,683 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 DDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 DDU was last recorded at 151,275 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,272 miles · 8 Mar 2013
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,683 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,275 miles
  • 2013 – 151,272 miles
  • 2012 – 145,912 miles
  • 2011 – 140,444 miles
  • 2010 – 136,881 miles
  • 2009 – 131,717 miles
  • 2007 – 129,730 miles
  • 2006 – 124,002 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,275 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,275 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,275 miles
    Test number
    907457046691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail151,272 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,272 miles
    Test number
    146817263462
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  3. Pass151,272 miles (+5,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    151,272 miles
    Test number
    799547263091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass145,912 miles (+5,468)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    145,912 miles
    Test number
    396573262081
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust fouling on backpanel

  5. Pass140,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    140,444 miles
    Test number
    107297541000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail140,444 miles (+3,563)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,444 miles
    Test number
    627897541003
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  7. Pass136,881 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    136,881 miles
    Test number
    180803440411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,717 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,717 miles
    Test number
    451844149046
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass131,717 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    131,717 miles
    Test number
    962824049055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,730 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    129,730 miles
    Test number
    980943887196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass124,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    124,002 miles
    Test number
    593482906260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 DDU

Does Y297 DDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 DDU expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 DDU?
The MOT on Y297 DDU expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 DDU done?
Y297 DDU was recorded at 151,275 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 1,683 miles a year.
Has Y297 DDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 DDU has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on Y297 DDU 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 Y297 DDU find?
Y297 DDU passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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