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Ford Escort

Grey · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

P598 LPUMOT history

P598 LPU is a grey petrol Ford Escort first used on 24 Oct 1996. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 27,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
27,467 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P598 LPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
24 Oct 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P598 LPU was last recorded at 27,467 miles on 11 Nov 2022, 7,936 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Oct 2020: 4,754 miles, lower than 99,871 miles on 9 Oct 2019.
  • 4 Nov 2021: 19,531 miles, lower than 104,757 miles on 12 Nov 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
19,531 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 27,467 miles
  • 2021 – 19,531 miles
  • 2020 – 104,757 miles
  • 2019 – 99,871 miles
  • 2018 – 95,339 miles
  • 2017 – 92,143 miles
  • 2016 – 90,782 miles
  • 2015 – 90,641 miles
  • 2014 – 90,177 miles
  • 2013 – 89,735 miles
  • 2012 – 89,298 miles
  • 2011 – 88,946 miles
  • 2010 – 87,303 miles
  • 2009 – 86,838 miles
  • 2008 – 86,271 miles
  • 2007 – 84,674 miles
  • 2006 – 83,139 miles
  • 2005 – 82,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail27,467 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rusted out missing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Note front brakes slight bind

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Note tyres perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Underside of vehicle corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Note nsr chassis corotion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail27,467 miles (+7,936)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    300873536610
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rusted out missing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass19,531 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    19,531 miles
    Test number
    965949056364
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail19,531 miles (-85,226)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,531 miles
    Test number
    805898738918
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wheel arch corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,757 miles (+100,003)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    104,757 miles
    Test number
    121061746318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail4,754 miles (-95,117)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,754 miles
    Test number
    223656244084
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R and N/S/R chassis rails corroded and holed. Not within a prescribed area or likely to not adversely affected the vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded.

  6. Pass99,871 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,871 miles
    Test number
    482526408878
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNote front brakes slight bind
    • AdvisoryNote nsr chassis corotion

  7. Fail99,869 miles (+4,530)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,869 miles
    Test number
    176346812451
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNote front brakes slight bind
    • AdvisoryNote nsr chassis corotion
    • AdvisoryNote tyres perished

  8. Pass95,339 miles (+9)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,339 miles
    Test number
    871632499452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNote front brakes slight bind
    • AdvisoryNote front coil springs coroded
    • AdvisoryNote os ns body sill corotion
    • AdvisoryNote steering colum top mount worn
    • AdvisoryNote tyres perished

  9. Fail95,330 miles (+3,187)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,330 miles
    Test number
    366451133086
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNote exhaust heat sheild loose
    • AdvisoryNote front brakes slight bind
    • AdvisoryNote front coil springs coroded
    • AdvisoryNote os ns body sill corotion
    • AdvisoryNote steering colum top mount worn
    • AdvisoryNote tyres perished

  10. Pass92,143 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,143 miles
    Test number
    477597274972
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S and O/S sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R and N/S/R chassis corroded.
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Fail92,141 miles (+1,359)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    115421762155
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/S and O/S sill corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/S/R and N/S/R chassis corroded.

  12. Pass90,782 miles (+141)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,782 miles
    Test number
    924410014416
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded.

  13. Pass90,641 miles (+464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,641 miles
    Test number
    972896235175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on bottom of n/s/f door frame + bottom of o/s/f + n/s/f wings.
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s outer sill panel + o/s/r + n/s/r chassis rails.

  14. Pass90,177 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,177 miles
    Test number
    286907984296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on bottom of n/s/f door frame , o/s + n/s outer sill panels + o/s/r + n/s/r chassis rails.

  15. Fail90,177 miles (+442)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,177 miles
    Test number
    185256284236
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on bottom of n/s/f door frame , o/s + n/s outer sill panels + o/s/r + n/s/r chassis rails.

  16. Pass89,735 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,735 miles
    Test number
    708861393281
    • NoteNote exhaust deteriourated
    • NoteNote osr nsr chassis corotion
    • NoteNote rear brake hoses deteriourated

  17. Fail89,735 miles (+437)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,735 miles
    Test number
    765061093205
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNote exhaust deteriourated
    • NoteNote osr nsr chassis corotion
    • NoteNote rear brake hoses deteriourated

  18. Pass89,298 miles (+352)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,298 miles
    Test number
    409122292283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNote osr + nsr chassis corotion

  19. Pass88,946 miles (+1,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    88,946 miles
    Test number
    226133091210
    • NoteNote os ns rear chassis corotion

  20. Pass87,303 miles (+465)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,303 miles
    Test number
    673841990209
    • NoteNote rear chassis corotion

  21. Pass86,838 miles (+567)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    86,838 miles
    Test number
    461079989249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion on N/S/R , and O/S/R chassis, and N/S/R wheel arch.

  22. Pass86,271 miles (+1,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    253248488271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass84,674 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    84,674 miles
    Test number
    823552597242
    • NoteNote osr +nsr chassis corotion

  24. Fail84,674 miles (+1,535)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,674 miles
    Test number
    184220797202
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNote osr +nsr chassis corotion

  25. Pass83,139 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    83,139 miles
    Test number
    440980696235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass82,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    82,083 miles
    Test number
    161123295228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail82,083 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,083 miles
    Test number
    923843895218
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre just under 3mm
    • NoteO/S/R tyre 3.5mm

Questions about P598 LPU

Does P598 LPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P598 LPU expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P598 LPU?
The MOT on P598 LPU expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P598 LPU done?
P598 LPU was recorded at 27,467 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2022.
Has P598 LPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P598 LPU has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on P598 LPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 21 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P598 LPU find?
P598 LPU failed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 7 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 9 more.

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