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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T179 GJFMOT history

T179 GJF is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 15 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
76,109 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 GJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 GJF was last recorded at 76,109 miles on 6 Sept 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,099 miles · 4 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,109 miles
  • 2022 – 69,601 miles
  • 2021 – 69,099 miles
  • 2020 – 67,508 miles
  • 2019 – 66,942 miles
  • 2018 – 66,251 miles
  • 2017 – 65,307 miles
  • 2016 – 64,246 miles
  • 2015 – 62,272 miles
  • 2014 – 59,287 miles
  • 2013 – 56,634 miles
  • 2012 – 53,227 miles
  • 2011 – 48,676 miles
  • 2010 – 43,831 miles
  • 2009 – 41,358 miles
  • 2008 – 37,794 miles
  • 2007 – 34,471 miles
  • 2006 – 28,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,109 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,109 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,109 miles
    Test number
    924878535700
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,099 miles (+6,498)2 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,099 miles
    Test number
    470134449578
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall starting to split (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,601 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,601 miles
    Test number
    711065569248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail69,599 miles (+500)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,599 miles
    Test number
    386837992070
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill , pot riveted and spot welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill, pot riveted and spot welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass69,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    113239840230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail69,099 miles (+1,591)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    255150916769
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,508 miles
    Test number
    620797302820
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail67,508 miles (+566)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,508 miles
    Test number
    915185751022
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    519865973706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,942 miles (+691)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    242452922338
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner sill section [small hole ] (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass66,251 miles (+944)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,251 miles
    Test number
    482152041021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,307 miles
    Test number
    710636143775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,307 miles (+1,061)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,307 miles
    Test number
    983265422641
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass64,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,246 miles
    Test number
    399859880658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,246 miles (+1,974)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,246 miles
    Test number
    799059306602
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass62,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,272 miles
    Test number
    107956325246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,272 miles (+2,985)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,272 miles
    Test number
    908782325202
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass59,287 miles (+2,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,287 miles
    Test number
    259452514296
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass56,634 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    56,634 miles
    Test number
    805471023220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,618 miles (+3,391)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,618 miles
    Test number
    895335713202
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass53,227 miles (+4,551)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,227 miles
    Test number
    379224612400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,676 miles (+4,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    896747491142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass43,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,831 miles
    Test number
    431488590181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,824 miles (+2,466)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,824 miles
    Test number
    870968590121
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs nr limit

  25. Pass41,358 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    41,358 miles
    Test number
    370303419491
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass37,794 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    37,794 miles
    Test number
    644875818243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,471 miles (+5,716)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,471 miles
    Test number
    301956217482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  28. Pass28,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,755 miles
    Test number
    750666506234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T179 GJF

Does T179 GJF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T179 GJF expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T179 GJF?
The MOT on T179 GJF expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T179 GJF done?
T179 GJF was recorded at 76,109 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2023, an average of 2,766 miles a year.
Has T179 GJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 GJF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T179 GJF 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 T179 GJF find?
T179 GJF passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis, and 2 more.

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