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Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T389 NAMMOT history

T389 NAM is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
85,527 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,654 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 NAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 NAM was last recorded at 85,527 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,825 miles · 6 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
702 miles
Average per year
1,654 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,527 miles
  • 2020 – 84,825 miles
  • 2019 – 82,518 miles
  • 2018 – 80,697 miles
  • 2017 – 78,272 miles
  • 2016 – 76,696 miles
  • 2015 – 74,063 miles
  • 2014 – 72,046 miles
  • 2013 – 69,268 miles
  • 2012 – 66,363 miles
  • 2011 – 63,875 miles
  • 2010 – 60,239 miles
  • 2009 – 57,400 miles
  • 2008 – 53,304 miles
  • 2007 – 52,693 miles
  • 2006 – 52,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,527 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear arch corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,527 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    85,527 miles
    Test number
    832233695085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass84,825 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,825 miles
    Test number
    752259926867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,518 miles (+1,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    396751452600
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre balding inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch corrosion

  4. Pass80,697 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    80,697 miles
    Test number
    652026287495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,693 miles (+2,421)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,693 miles
    Test number
    524033295052
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (underneath and viewed from wheel) (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill to floor (entire length) (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 82 vs 166 (3.7.B.2)

  6. Pass78,272 miles (+1,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,272 miles
    Test number
    251216445811
    • AdvisoryO/s inner sill corroded

  7. Pass76,696 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    848905653040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear arch corrosion

  8. Fail76,690 miles (+2,627)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,690 miles
    Test number
    757317439390
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear arch corrosion

  9. Pass74,063 miles (+2,017)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,063 miles
    Test number
    145531275481
    • NoteCorrosion on o/s/f lower wing, not structural
    • NoteN/s/r arch corrosion
    • NoteO/s/r lower panel corrosion, not structural
    • NoteSlight corrosion on n/s outer sill

  10. Pass72,046 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,046 miles
    Test number
    549727074090
    • NoteO/s/f lower wing corroded. not structural

  11. Fail72,038 miles (+2,770)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,038 miles
    Test number
    949131074093
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteO/s/f lower wing corroded. not structural

  12. Pass69,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,268 miles
    Test number
    727864173069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail69,268 miles (+2,905)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,268 miles
    Test number
    505623473045
    • FailureNearside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass66,363 miles (+2,488)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    649582572031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate detriorated
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing inside edge

  15. Pass63,875 miles (+3,636)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,875 miles
    Test number
    928297861013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate detriorated
    • NoteSlight corrosion on both outer sills

  16. Pass60,239 miles (+2,839)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,239 miles
    Test number
    231476570050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGeneral surface rust on under side

  17. Pass57,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,400 miles
    Test number
    241015079047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,400 miles (+4,096)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,400 miles
    Test number
    984775479088
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  19. Pass53,304 miles (+611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,304 miles
    Test number
    391629778088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass52,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,693 miles
    Test number
    774470387034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,693 miles (+674)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,693 miles
    Test number
    650730687024
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass52,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,019 miles
    Test number
    352677086095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T389 NAM

Does T389 NAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T389 NAM is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T389 NAM?
The MOT on T389 NAM is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T389 NAM done?
T389 NAM was recorded at 85,527 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 1,654 miles a year.
Has T389 NAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 NAM has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T389 NAM 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 T389 NAM find?
T389 NAM passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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