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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,796 cc

R577 WEVMOT history

R577 WEV is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 9 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 83,669 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2025
Mileage
83,669 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R577 WEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
9 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2025
Latest MOT test
15 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R577 WEV was last recorded at 83,669 miles on 15 May 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,667 miles · 13 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,669 miles
  • 2023 – 83,137 miles
  • 2022 – 80,859 miles
  • 2021 – 77,445 miles
  • 2020 – 75,348 miles
  • 2019 – 74,721 miles
  • 2018 – 68,867 miles
  • 2017 – 62,682 miles
  • 2016 – 56,890 miles
  • 2015 – 52,171 miles
  • 2014 – 49,225 miles
  • 2013 – 46,355 miles
  • 2012 – 43,936 miles
  • 2011 – 41,963 miles
  • 2010 – 39,637 miles
  • 2009 – 37,010 miles
  • 2008 – 34,642 miles
  • 2007 – 31,542 miles
  • 2006 – 28,296 miles
  • 2005 – 27,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,669 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,669 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    83,669 miles
    Test number
    206028652557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail83,667 miles (+530)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    212826541410
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass83,137 miles (+2,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,137 miles
    Test number
    254507992645
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass80,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    104768593474
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  5. Fail80,845 miles (+3,400)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,845 miles
    Test number
    697879985244
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  6. Pass77,445 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,445 miles
    Test number
    305937858927
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail77,440 miles (+2,092)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,440 miles
    Test number
    261769226300
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront high hand brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,348 miles (+627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,348 miles
    Test number
    197261400792
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass74,721 miles (+5,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,721 miles
    Test number
    959994302969
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,867 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,867 miles
    Test number
    932007404942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,855 miles (+6,173)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,855 miles
    Test number
    382698061557
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass62,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,682 miles
    Test number
    497047154920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,682 miles (+5,792)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,682 miles
    Test number
    963439505318
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass56,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,890 miles
    Test number
    127249932087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,890 miles (+4,719)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,890 miles
    Test number
    803626207545
    • 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)

  16. Pass52,171 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,171 miles
    Test number
    952419967138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,225 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,225 miles
    Test number
    119475464265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,355 miles
    Test number
    439109963297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,355 miles (+2,419)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,355 miles
    Test number
    638217263257
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  20. Pass43,936 miles (+9)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    43,936 miles
    Test number
    605990372234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  21. Fail43,927 miles (+1,964)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,927 miles
    Test number
    227655962219
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  22. Pass41,963 miles (+22)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,963 miles
    Test number
    145724061293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  23. Fail41,941 miles (+2,304)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,941 miles
    Test number
    199883261287
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  24. Pass39,637 miles (+2,627)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,637 miles
    Test number
    930495060217
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre.
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre.

  25. Pass37,010 miles (+2,368)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,010 miles
    Test number
    221517569299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass34,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,642 miles
    Test number
    313589868447
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Fail34,642 miles (+3,100)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,642 miles
    Test number
    480749468255
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  28. Pass31,542 miles (+3,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,542 miles
    Test number
    143981567259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass28,296 miles (+449)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,296 miles
    Test number
    360871576465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,847 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    27,847 miles
    Test number
    272520075224
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteMetal object in off side rear tyre
    • NoteParking brake lever travel becoming excessive

Questions about R577 WEV

Does R577 WEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R577 WEV expired on 14 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R577 WEV?
The MOT on R577 WEV expired on 14 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R577 WEV done?
R577 WEV was recorded at 83,669 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2024, an average of 2,996 miles a year.
Has R577 WEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R577 WEV has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on R577 WEV 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 R577 WEV find?
R577 WEV passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside rear outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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