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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,796 cc

P644 PABMOT history

P644 PAB is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 27 Sept 1996. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2023
Mileage
100,201 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P644 PAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
27 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P644 PAB was last recorded at 100,201 miles on 19 Jul 2023, 927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2022: 9,274 miles, lower than 99,117 miles on 29 Oct 2021.

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
99,274 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
927 miles
Average per year
3,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 100,201 miles
  • 2022 – 99,274 miles
  • 2021 – 99,117 miles
  • 2020 – 98,841 miles
  • 2019 – 97,029 miles
  • 2018 – 93,959 miles
  • 2017 – 92,287 miles
  • 2016 – 88,905 miles
  • 2015 – 85,023 miles
  • 2014 – 81,074 miles
  • 2013 – 75,939 miles
  • 2012 – 70,819 miles
  • 2011 – 66,127 miles
  • 2010 – 61,730 miles
  • 2009 – 56,779 miles
  • 2008 – 50,234 miles
  • 2007 – 44,643 miles
  • 2006 – 40,126 miles
  • 2005 – 33,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,201 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor pan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor pan to chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis rail corroded/split. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch/outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor pan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan to subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe to centre section flange. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms, front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished and worn on both outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Offside rack pinion seal. (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,201 miles (+927)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,201 miles
    Test number
    501356168872
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor pan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor pan to chassis rail. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis rail corroded/split. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch/outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor pan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor pan to subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe to centre section flange. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms, front bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Perished and worn on both outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Offside rack pinion seal. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres are perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass99,274 miles (+90,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,274 miles
    Test number
    226715505696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail9,274 miles (-89,843)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,274 miles
    Test number
    766591524649
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,117 miles (+276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,117 miles
    Test number
    313451926657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass98,841 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,841 miles
    Test number
    202951421376
    • 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))

  6. Fail98,841 miles (+1,812)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,841 miles
    Test number
    761740251207
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass97,029 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    486751205035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,959 miles
    Test number
    988921141562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,959 miles (+1,672)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,959 miles
    Test number
    479972904157
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass92,287 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,287 miles
    Test number
    272615061893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,905 miles (+3,882)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,905 miles
    Test number
    346097022267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sub frame corroded

  12. Pass85,023 miles (+80)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,023 miles
    Test number
    448940465143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes greased

  13. Fail84,943 miles (+3,869)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,943 miles
    Test number
    227226455124
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes greased

  14. Pass81,074 miles (+5,135)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,074 miles
    Test number
    395340264170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  15. Pass75,939 miles (+58)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,939 miles
    Test number
    506454353146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail75,881 miles (+5,062)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    897308643190
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass70,819 miles (+4,692)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,819 miles
    Test number
    459762152128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,127 miles (+4,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,127 miles
    Test number
    468321961130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass61,730 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    332332950112
    • NoteBoth outer sills starting to corrode

  20. Fail61,730 miles (+4,951)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    722472750138
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteBoth outer sills starting to corrode

  21. Pass56,779 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,779 miles
    Test number
    542542759124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,234 miles (+5,591)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,234 miles
    Test number
    912455358136
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber slightly deteriorated

  23. Pass44,643 miles (+4,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,643 miles
    Test number
    970046777164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,126 miles (+6,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,126 miles
    Test number
    833317256266
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass33,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    33,899 miles
    Test number
    373697355484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P644 PAB

Does P644 PAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P644 PAB expired on 3 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P644 PAB?
The MOT on P644 PAB expired on 3 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P644 PAB done?
P644 PAB was recorded at 100,201 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2023, an average of 3,716 miles a year.
Has P644 PAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P644 PAB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on P644 PAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P644 PAB find?
P644 PAB failed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor pan.; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot floor pan to chassis rail., and 11 more.

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