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Ford Escort

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 1,391 cc

P884 SMXMOT history

P884 SMX is a silver petrol Ford Escort first used on 3 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2021 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2021
Mileage
395 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2023
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
P884 SMX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,391 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
3 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

P884 SMX was last recorded at 395 miles on 16 Feb 2023, 361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jul 2021: 119 miles, lower than 97,317 miles on 10 Jun 2020.
  • 27 Aug 2021: 34 miles, lower than 119 miles on 6 Jul 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
34 miles · 27 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 395 miles
  • 2021 – 34 miles
  • 2020 – 97,317 miles
  • 2019 – 94,827 miles
  • 2017 – 92,308 miles
  • 2016 – 92,253 miles
  • 2014 – 90,985 miles
  • 2013 – 90,209 miles
  • 2012 – 89,431 miles
  • 2011 – 87,924 miles
  • 2010 – 83,027 miles
  • 2009 – 78,550 miles
  • 2007 – 71,547 miles
  • 2006 – 66,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail395 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail395 miles (+361)20 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    395 miles
    Test number
    710605048074
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (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))

  2. Fail34 miles (-85)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34 miles
    Test number
    910589379999
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail119 miles (-97,198)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119 miles
    Test number
    491558125239
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/arch marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking power steering rack/pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills/poor previous repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/arch corroded and poor previous repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass97,317 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,317 miles
    Test number
    819836497335
    • AdvisoryAir bag light on intermittent

  5. Fail97,317 miles (+2,490)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,317 miles
    Test number
    373349072101
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chass (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,827 miles (+2,519)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    94,827 miles
    Test number
    725583090320
    • AdvisoryFront wishbones both sides bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger modified
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion in places

  7. Pass92,308 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    92,308 miles
    Test number
    724922759722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,253 miles (+1,268)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,253 miles
    Test number
    572789696452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  9. Pass90,985 miles (+776)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,985 miles
    Test number
    267960524487
    • NoteCorrosion appearing to n/s/r chassis rail,n/s inner sill/floor area.

  10. Pass90,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,209 miles
    Test number
    685721223181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,209 miles (+778)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,209 miles
    Test number
    206791523496
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass89,431 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,431 miles
    Test number
    758252122105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,924 miles (+4,897)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,924 miles
    Test number
    458262951114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,027 miles (+4,477)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,027 miles
    Test number
    260438010482
    • NoteClutch badly slipping
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven
    • NoteSurface corrosion both outer sills

  15. Pass78,550 miles (+10)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,550 miles
    Test number
    530402529169
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteClutch feels week
    • NoteInteria mirror missing

  16. Fail78,540 miles (+6,993)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,540 miles
    Test number
    221268619490
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteClutch feels week
    • NoteInteria mirror missing

  17. Pass71,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,547 miles
    Test number
    884554407142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,547 miles (+5,334)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,547 miles
    Test number
    370691407104
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSeat belt pre-tensioner has been activated
    • NoteInt mirror missing

  19. Pass66,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    622298956058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P884 SMX

Does P884 SMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P884 SMX expired on 7 Jul 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P884 SMX?
The MOT on P884 SMX expired on 7 Jul 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P884 SMX done?
P884 SMX was recorded at 395 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2023.
Has P884 SMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P884 SMX has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on P884 SMX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 6 Jul 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P884 SMX find?
P884 SMX failed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2023 with 20 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside headlamp aim too low and too far to the right., and 22 more.

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