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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 1998 · 1,753 cc

S761 PMJMOT history

S761 PMJ is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 11,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
11,785 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S761 PMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S761 PMJ was last recorded at 11,785 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2013: 241 miles, lower than 99,440 miles on 23 Nov 2012.

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
11,619 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 11,785 miles
  • 2025 – 11,619 miles
  • 2024 – 11,552 miles
  • 2023 – 11,047 miles
  • 2022 – 10,443 miles
  • 2021 – 8,655 miles
  • 2020 – 8,091 miles
  • 2019 – 6,552 miles
  • 2018 – 3,693 miles
  • 2017 – 2,590 miles
  • 2016 – 2,457 miles
  • 2015 – 895 miles
  • 2013 – 241 miles
  • 2012 – 99,440 miles
  • 2011 – 98,941 miles
  • 2009 – 97,241 miles
  • 2008 – 95,468 miles
  • 2007 – 91,410 miles
  • 2006 – 85,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail11,785 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired Arm seized (1.1.17 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryX3 tyres over 10 years old

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

33 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail11,785 miles (+166)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,785 miles
    Test number
    162512809831
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired Arm seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryX3 tyres over 10 years old

  2. Pass11,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    11,619 miles
    Test number
    707132427339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail11,619 miles (+67)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,619 miles
    Test number
    426834518119
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass11,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    11,552 miles
    Test number
    885342950345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail11,552 miles (+505)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,552 miles
    Test number
    858309048540
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass11,047 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    11,047 miles
    Test number
    539266571060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail11,045 miles (+602)6 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,045 miles
    Test number
    878239398175
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass10,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    10,443 miles
    Test number
    432353174813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail10,443 miles (+1,788)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,443 miles
    Test number
    996879339018
    • MajorBrake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass8,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    8,655 miles
    Test number
    733698183187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail8,655 miles (+564)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,655 miles
    Test number
    154243353561
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass8,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    8,091 miles
    Test number
    268769509703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail8,091 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,091 miles
    Test number
    213867261558
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  14. Fail8,091 miles (+1,539)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,091 miles
    Test number
    670574702451
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  15. Pass6,552 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    6,552 miles
    Test number
    911447320610
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  16. Fail6,552 miles (+2,859)2 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,552 miles
    Test number
    709741381372
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  17. Pass3,693 miles (+1,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    3,693 miles
    Test number
    638306141686
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside rear chassie

  18. Pass2,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    2,590 miles
    Test number
    555978926190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail2,590 miles (+35)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,590 miles
    Test number
    913298832601
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail2,555 miles (+98)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,555 miles
    Test number
    922794313879
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working Both lights (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S headlight has cracked glass and aim slightly low

  21. Fail2,457 miles (+1,562)14 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,457 miles
    Test number
    820739063680
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded panel at damper mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rear cross panal (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at rear (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded panel at damper mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    895 miles
    Test number
    267168515144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail895 miles (+654)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    895 miles
    Test number
    675708415111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass241 miles (-99,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    241 miles
    Test number
    796621153365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass99,440 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    99,440 miles
    Test number
    139028922314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside headlight damaged

  26. Fail99,440 miles (+499)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,440 miles
    Test number
    359885322313
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside headlight damaged

  27. Pass98,941 miles (+1,700)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,941 miles
    Test number
    915138961078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to nearside rear chassie

  28. Pass97,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    97,241 miles
    Test number
    752122049196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail97,241 miles (+1,773)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,241 miles
    Test number
    650521049136
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

  30. Pass95,468 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    95,468 miles
    Test number
    960047908218
    • NoteBoth front metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteN/s/f tyre getting close to wear bars
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp cracked
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSome general body corrosion

  31. Fail95,468 miles (+4,058)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,468 miles
    Test number
    353687008482
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteExhaust corroding
    • NoteN/s/f tyre getting close to wear bars
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp cracked
    • NoteSlight oil leak
    • NoteSome general body corrosion

  32. Pass91,410 miles (+5,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    91,410 miles
    Test number
    180922097132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass85,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    85,898 miles
    Test number
    394379656116
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S761 PMJ

Does S761 PMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S761 PMJ expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S761 PMJ?
The MOT on S761 PMJ expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S761 PMJ done?
S761 PMJ was recorded at 11,785 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026.
Has S761 PMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S761 PMJ has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S761 PMJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S761 PMJ find?
S761 PMJ failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill rear; offside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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