Ford logo

Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T211 SAEMOT history

T211 SAE is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 16,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2021
Mileage
16,012 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
Get reminders for T211 SAE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T211 SAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T211 SAE was last recorded at 16,012 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 4,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2012: 1,885 miles, lower than 98,525 miles on 23 Jun 2011.

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
11,400 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 16,012 miles
  • 2020 – 11,400 miles
  • 2019 – 8,419 miles
  • 2018 – 5,381 miles
  • 2013 – 5,131 miles
  • 2012 – 2,022 miles
  • 2011 – 98,525 miles
  • 2010 – 94,694 miles
  • 2009 – 90,335 miles
  • 2008 – 84,709 miles
  • 2007 – 80,178 miles
  • 2006 – 76,028 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail16,012 miles
  • MajorFuel system component leaking Pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner & outer edges 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front outer side wall impact damage
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner & outer edges 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • SERVICE BRAKE PERFOFMANCE JUST OVER LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail16,012 miles (+4,612)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,012 miles
    Test number
    573782076775
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner & outer edges 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer side wall impact damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner & outer edges 165/60x14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass11,400 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    11,400 miles
    Test number
    616650737094
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Fail11,394 miles (+2,975)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,394 miles
    Test number
    307909192958
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass8,419 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    8,419 miles
    Test number
    724248942897
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySERVICE BRAKE PERFOFMANCE JUST OVER LIMIT

  5. Fail8,419 miles (+3,038)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,419 miles
    Test number
    651149424600
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySERVICE BRAKE PERFOFMANCE JUST OVER LIMIT

  6. Pass5,381 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    5,381 miles
    Test number
    592707893660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail5,378 miles (+247)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,378 miles
    Test number
    934190813035
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail5,131 miles (+3,109)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,131 miles
    Test number
    295460673493
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass2,022 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    2,022 miles
    Test number
    907791102255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail1,885 miles (-96,640)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,885 miles
    Test number
    249274772132
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureSuspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass98,525 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,525 miles
    Test number
    529564571130
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  12. Fail98,516 miles (+3,822)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,516 miles
    Test number
    598218061172
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  13. Pass94,694 miles (+45)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,694 miles
    Test number
    611966870178
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear chassis and outer sill suspensiom mounting areas repaired further corrosion developing

  14. Fail94,649 miles (+4,314)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,649 miles
    Test number
    684899560157
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureTyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass90,335 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,335 miles
    Test number
    271054969157
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail90,327 miles (+5,618)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,327 miles
    Test number
    221951769459
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass84,709 miles (+4,531)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,709 miles
    Test number
    950694118151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,178 miles (+4,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,178 miles
    Test number
    551217207129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass76,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    76,028 miles
    Test number
    142857036156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T211 SAE

Does T211 SAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T211 SAE expired on 22 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T211 SAE?
The MOT on T211 SAE expired on 22 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T211 SAE done?
T211 SAE was recorded at 16,012 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022.
Has T211 SAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T211 SAE has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T211 SAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T211 SAE find?
T211 SAE failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: fuel system component leaking pump; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner outer sill; nearside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 12 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T211 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.