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Ford Escort

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 1,597 cc

P501 SFMMOT history

P501 SFM is a purple petrol Ford Escort first used on 30 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
83,825 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P501 SFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P501 SFM was last recorded at 83,825 miles on 19 May 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,806 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
1,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,825 miles
  • 2019 – 80,334 miles
  • 2018 – 77,890 miles
  • 2017 – 73,559 miles
  • 2012 – 71,420 miles
  • 2011 – 71,393 miles
  • 2010 – 70,507 miles
  • 2009 – 62,169 miles
  • 2008 – 57,703 miles
  • 2007 – 52,998 miles
  • 2006 – 51,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,825 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (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.

  • High level brake light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Pin hole nearside front inner driveshaft

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,825 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    83,825 miles
    Test number
    580893166123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail83,806 miles (+3,472)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,806 miles
    Test number
    422674016763
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,334 miles (+2,444)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    80,334 miles
    Test number
    474020591983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,890 miles
    Test number
    361555676820
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryPin hole nearside front inner driveshaft
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail77,890 miles (+4,331)3 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,890 miles
    Test number
    848177509371
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded.
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryPin hole nearside front inner driveshaft
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass73,559 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,559 miles
    Test number
    527501363194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail73,555 miles (+2,135)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    931451026731
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail71,420 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    545396092144
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass71,420 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,420 miles
    Test number
    745346792184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,405 miles (+12)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,405 miles
    Test number
    539934472165
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth outer sills corroding
    • NoteFront discs corroded due to standing

  11. Pass71,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    179894561134
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

  12. Fail71,393 miles (+886)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,393 miles
    Test number
    599998751185
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass70,507 miles (+8,338)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    70,507 miles
    Test number
    860324500165
    • NoteOffside & Nearside sills rusted.

  14. Pass62,169 miles (+4,466)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    62,169 miles
    Test number
    764756629189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight corrosion found on ns outer sill
    • NoteSuspect osf incorrect fitting of bottom ball joint ? but no play found

  15. Pass57,703 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,703 miles
    Test number
    991189428184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail57,670 miles (+4,672)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,670 miles
    Test number
    791158628100
    • DangerousOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  17. Pass52,998 miles (+1,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,998 miles
    Test number
    262334507424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass51,122 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,122 miles
    Test number
    241714026157
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSurface corrosion both outer sills

Questions about P501 SFM

Does P501 SFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P501 SFM is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P501 SFM?
The MOT on P501 SFM is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P501 SFM done?
P501 SFM was recorded at 83,825 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 1,632 miles a year.
Has P501 SFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P501 SFM has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P501 SFM 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 P501 SFM find?
P501 SFM passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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