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Ford Escort

White · Petrol · 1989 · 1,597 cc

G291 VMPMOT history

G291 VMP is a white petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Aug 1989. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 98,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
98,577 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G291 VMP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G291 VMP was last recorded at 98,577 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,814 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
763 miles
Average per year
2,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,577 miles
  • 2025 – 97,814 miles
  • 2024 – 96,673 miles
  • 2023 – 95,583 miles
  • 2022 – 94,327 miles
  • 2021 – 92,948 miles
  • 2020 – 91,422 miles
  • 2019 – 89,519 miles
  • 2018 – 87,632 miles
  • 2017 – 85,847 miles
  • 2016 – 83,949 miles
  • 2015 – 81,792 miles
  • 2014 – 79,506 miles
  • 2013 – 77,146 miles
  • 2012 – 74,617 miles
  • 2011 – 72,370 miles
  • 2010 – 69,778 miles
  • 2009 – 67,422 miles
  • 2008 – 64,675 miles
  • 2007 – 61,004 miles
  • 2006 – 56,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,577 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth inner outer sills are slightly corroded under trims
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both becoming soft (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trail arm bushes both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both shock absorber mounting points under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,577 miles (+763)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    98,577 miles
    Test number
    609786194905
    • MinorFront Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner outer sills are slightly corroded under trims
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both becoming soft (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trail arm bushes both sides are perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both shock absorber mounting points under wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,814 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,814 miles
    Test number
    841133763578
    • MinorFront Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Lightly cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge -- 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides -- All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,814 miles (+6)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,814 miles
    Test number
    369222193535
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides -- Lightly cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge -- 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides -- All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,808 miles (+1,135)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,808 miles
    Test number
    192272083716
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass96,673 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,673 miles
    Test number
    131552833661
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail96,671 miles (+1,088)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    392792186517
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,583 miles (+1,256)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    95,583 miles
    Test number
    210318334421
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer body sills - offside and nearside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch appears to be slipping

  8. Pass94,327 miles (+1,379)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,327 miles
    Test number
    807248456589
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low on inside

  9. Pass92,948 miles (+1,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,948 miles
    Test number
    114774476023
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,422 miles (+1,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,422 miles
    Test number
    718917177329
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front windscreen washer jet partially blocked

  11. Pass89,519 miles (+1,887)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    89,519 miles
    Test number
    850022758380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass87,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,632 miles
    Test number
    797391283476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,632 miles (+1,785)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,632 miles
    Test number
    500376577042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit re-tightened fixing bolt (4.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass85,847 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,847 miles
    Test number
    512640692931
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Fail85,842 miles (+1,893)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,842 miles
    Test number
    956131700994
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass83,949 miles (+2,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,949 miles
    Test number
    946236131726
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass81,792 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,792 miles
    Test number
    286864565107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass79,506 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,506 miles
    Test number
    215290764428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass77,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,146 miles
    Test number
    545221473160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,146 miles (+2,529)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,146 miles
    Test number
    768381973176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass74,617 miles (+2,247)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    875022972145
    • NoteBoth front discs becoming thin
    • NoteNs front headlamp reflector in poor condition
    • NoteOs rear inner sill becoming corroded
    • NotePin holes in exhaust boxes
    • NoteWashers poor

  22. Pass72,370 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,370 miles
    Test number
    615041571110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,778 miles (+2,356)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,778 miles
    Test number
    632994350197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,422 miles (+2,747)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    301398149132
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteCondensation in n/s headlamp unit.

  25. Pass64,675 miles (+3,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,675 miles
    Test number
    502272458131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass61,004 miles (+4,184)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    61,004 miles
    Test number
    362740157153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,820 miles
    Test number
    240405046476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G291 VMP

Does G291 VMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G291 VMP is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on G291 VMP?
The MOT on G291 VMP is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G291 VMP done?
G291 VMP was recorded at 98,577 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 2,058 miles a year.
Has G291 VMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G291 VMP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on G291 VMP 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 G291 VMP find?
G291 VMP passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view; both inner outer sills are slightly corroded under trims; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes both sides are perishing, and 8 more.

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