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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T396 RARMOT history

T396 RAR is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 66,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2024
Mileage
66,821 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T396 RAR
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
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T396 RAR was last recorded at 66,821 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,784 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
1,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,821 miles
  • 2022 – 66,234 miles
  • 2021 – 65,631 miles
  • 2020 – 64,650 miles
  • 2019 – 63,235 miles
  • 2018 – 61,680 miles
  • 2017 – 60,554 miles
  • 2016 – 59,349 miles
  • 2015 – 58,437 miles
  • 2014 – 57,234 miles
  • 2013 – 55,909 miles
  • 2012 – 55,220 miles
  • 2011 – 54,335 miles
  • 2010 – 53,527 miles
  • 2009 – 51,749 miles
  • 2008 – 50,259 miles
  • 2007 – 48,489 miles
  • 2006 – 46,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,821 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to underside of vehicle structureRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCorrosiopn to underside of vehicle suspension/brake components

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Corrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass66,821 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,821 miles
    Test number
    853883385302
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to underside of vehicle structure
    • AdvisoryCorrosiopn to underside of vehicle suspension/brake components

  2. Fail66,784 miles (+550)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,784 miles
    Test number
    290468436565
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength inner wing to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced holes and corrosion to offside rear door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear x4 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and repairs to underside of vehicle structure
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

  3. Pass66,234 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,234 miles
    Test number
    378053630317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear,nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle suspension/brake components

  4. Fail66,234 miles (+603)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,234 miles
    Test number
    611993338179
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear,nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle suspension/brake components

  5. Pass65,631 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,631 miles
    Test number
    755008331125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension struts
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

  6. Fail65,631 miles (+981)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,631 miles
    Test number
    235134330358
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear suspension struts
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components

  7. Pass64,650 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    64,650 miles
    Test number
    924679941995
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail64,638 miles (+1,403)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,638 miles
    Test number
    876983315132
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer cill bottom of wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass63,235 miles (+29)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    63,235 miles
    Test number
    765985210283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded/ been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded/ been repaired

  10. Fail63,206 miles (+1,526)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,206 miles
    Test number
    680750843199
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill/ axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill/ axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded/ been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded/ been repaired

  11. Pass61,680 miles (+1,126)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,680 miles
    Test number
    677164539996
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer brake hose ferrel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner floor to sill welded but appears ok
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess outer casing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer brake hose ferrel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner floor to sill welded but appears ok
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre walls perished

  12. Pass60,554 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,554 miles
    Test number
    433669649310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch areas (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCills/floor welded but seem ok

  13. Fail60,531 miles (+1,182)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,531 miles
    Test number
    733016935315
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer arch areas (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch areas (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCills/floor welded but seem ok

  14. Pass59,349 miles (+912)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,349 miles
    Test number
    544410304111
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion nearside and offside (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass58,437 miles (+25)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,437 miles
    Test number
    527830975154
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to nearside and offside chassis at rear (not within 30cm of suspension mountings)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres worn and deterioration with cracks
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteSome deterioration to rear number plate

  16. Fail58,412 miles (+1,178)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    357670665195
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside and offside floor to sills
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to nearside and offside chassis at rear (not within 30cm of suspension mountings)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres worn and deterioration with cracks
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteSome deterioration to rear number plate

  17. Pass57,234 miles (+1,325)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,234 miles
    Test number
    209493564435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside and offside chassis at rear
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside and offside outer sills
    • NoteDeteterioration to rear number plate
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
    • NoteWear to front tyres on edges

  18. Pass55,909 miles (+689)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,909 miles
    Test number
    406969963163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion and weakness to outer sills
    • NoteCorrosion to rear nearside and offside chassis
    • NoteDeteration to rear number plate
    • NoteRear offside tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass55,220 miles (+885)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,220 miles
    Test number
    215787662156
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside and offside outer sills
    • NoteWear and deteration to offside rear tyre inner edge

  20. Pass54,335 miles (+808)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,335 miles
    Test number
    197995061173
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear offside tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSome corrosion to floors and outer sills

  21. Fail53,527 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,527 miles
    Test number
    222528550166
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight wear to front brake discs

  22. Pass53,527 miles (+1,778)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,527 miles
    Test number
    261418650407
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight wear to front brake discs

  23. Fail51,749 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,749 miles
    Test number
    132749069186
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass51,749 miles (+1,490)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,749 miles
    Test number
    160539369158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass50,259 miles (+1,770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,259 miles
    Test number
    604002978149
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass48,489 miles (+1,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    591230677190
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass46,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    46,740 miles
    Test number
    690540166117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T396 RAR

Does T396 RAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T396 RAR expired on 30 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T396 RAR?
The MOT on T396 RAR expired on 30 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T396 RAR done?
T396 RAR was recorded at 66,821 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 1,178 miles a year.
Has T396 RAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T396 RAR has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T396 RAR 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 T396 RAR find?
T396 RAR passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with 5 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear; macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear x4; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 2 more.

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