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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T187 RJLMOT history

T187 RJL is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 62,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,502 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T187 RJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T187 RJL was last recorded at 62,502 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Apr 2021: 51,295 miles, lower than 63,438 miles on 28 Mar 2020.

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
62,494 miles · 19 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,502 miles
  • 2025 – 60,231 miles
  • 2024 – 57,551 miles
  • 2023 – 55,720 miles
  • 2022 – 53,701 miles
  • 2021 – 51,300 miles
  • 2020 – 63,438 miles
  • 2018 – 45,282 miles
  • 2017 – 37,594 miles
  • 2016 – 37,125 miles
  • 2015 – 36,125 miles
  • 2014 – 34,524 miles
  • 2013 – 33,001 miles
  • 2012 – 31,513 miles
  • 2011 – 30,218 miles
  • 2010 – 28,986 miles
  • 2009 – 26,832 miles
  • 2008 – 24,455 miles
  • 2007 – 21,434 miles
  • 2006 – 18,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,502 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,502 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,502 miles
    Test number
    657347330192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,494 miles (+2,263)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,494 miles
    Test number
    937010889270
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,231 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    60,231 miles
    Test number
    121049924264
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,220 miles (+2,669)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,220 miles
    Test number
    392382929261
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn close to limit (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass57,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    57,551 miles
    Test number
    997557620190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail57,551 miles (+1,831)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,551 miles
    Test number
    615320788057
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass55,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    851220793542
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail55,720 miles (+2,019)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,720 miles
    Test number
    453855399058
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Starting to perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass53,701 miles (+2,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    53,701 miles
    Test number
    392605699753
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion holes behind rear bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass51,300 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,300 miles
    Test number
    467317514194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,295 miles (-12,143)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,295 miles
    Test number
    923044078218
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure hitting exhaust (1.1.15 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass63,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    63,438 miles
    Test number
    620243680191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,055 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    55,055 km
    Test number
    186022319824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,282 miles (+7,688)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,282 miles
    Test number
    630585364358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,594 miles (+469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    37,594 miles
    Test number
    810863195203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear steel wheel fitted,tyre size correct.all others alloy

  16. Pass37,125 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    37,125 miles
    Test number
    477008767497
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass36,125 miles (+1,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,125 miles
    Test number
    796749285050
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass34,524 miles (+1,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,524 miles
    Test number
    486792394011
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass33,001 miles (+1,488)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,001 miles
    Test number
    598942793048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,513 miles (+1,295)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,513 miles
    Test number
    335583192090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  21. Pass30,218 miles (+1,232)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,218 miles
    Test number
    625107191015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

  22. Pass28,986 miles (+2,154)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,986 miles
    Test number
    272503300174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,832 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,832 miles
    Test number
    184019279496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,827 miles (+2,372)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,827 miles
    Test number
    993838479075
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass24,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,455 miles
    Test number
    321388288065
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail24,455 miles (+3,021)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,455 miles
    Test number
    862998888044
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass21,434 miles (+3,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,434 miles
    Test number
    204176787015
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  28. Pass18,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,138 miles
    Test number
    463108066011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T187 RJL

Does T187 RJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T187 RJL is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T187 RJL?
The MOT on T187 RJL is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T187 RJL done?
T187 RJL was recorded at 62,502 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 2,176 miles a year.
Has T187 RJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T187 RJL has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T187 RJL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Apr 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T187 RJL find?
T187 RJL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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