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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T490 VKEMOT history

T490 VKE is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 59,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
59,307 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T490 VKE
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T490 VKE was last recorded at 59,307 miles on 19 Aug 2022, 490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,817 miles · 24 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
490 miles
Average per year
1,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 59,307 miles
  • 2021 – 58,817 miles
  • 2020 – 58,212 miles
  • 2019 – 57,297 miles
  • 2018 – 56,387 miles
  • 2017 – 55,072 miles
  • 2016 – 53,620 miles
  • 2015 – 52,033 miles
  • 2014 – 50,535 miles
  • 2013 – 48,657 miles
  • 2012 – 46,256 miles
  • 2011 – 44,180 miles
  • 2010 – 41,780 miles
  • 2009 – 39,577 miles
  • 2008 – 36,467 miles
  • 2007 – 33,998 miles
  • 2006 – 30,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,307 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion nsr inner sil
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion nsr outer sil
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion osr inner sil

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,307 miles (+490)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    59,307 miles
    Test number
    723462029092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion nsr inner sil
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion nsr outer sil
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion osr inner sil

  2. Pass58,817 miles (+605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,817 miles
    Test number
    832289091200
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass58,212 miles (+915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    445413669620
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,297 miles
    Test number
    872323396573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,297 miles (+910)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,297 miles
    Test number
    285200532968
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass56,387 miles (+1,315)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    941856441024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,072 miles (+1,452)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,072 miles
    Test number
    863517685528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,620 miles (+1,587)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,620 miles
    Test number
    410087347815
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass52,033 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,033 miles
    Test number
    265604755196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,535 miles (+1,878)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,535 miles
    Test number
    459153254136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,657 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,657 miles
    Test number
    927055953104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,256 miles (+2,076)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,256 miles
    Test number
    956910452173
    • NoteSlight movement in wishbone bushes

  13. Pass44,180 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,180 miles
    Test number
    838266141111
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail44,175 miles (+2,395)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,175 miles
    Test number
    268715941168
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAdvise front number plate showing signs of delaminating
    • NoteAdvise front tyre treads low
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f suspension arm rear support bush showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise rear box joint blowing slightly

  15. Pass41,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,780 miles
    Test number
    672826640120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail41,779 miles (+2,202)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,779 miles
    Test number
    524916140187
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass39,577 miles (+3,110)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    39,577 miles
    Test number
    674259349104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass36,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,467 miles
    Test number
    222766858473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    364935158123
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass33,998 miles (+3,552)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,998 miles
    Test number
    541566657137
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass30,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    893696346136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,446 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,446 miles
    Test number
    930266046150
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteTracking after repair

Questions about T490 VKE

Does T490 VKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T490 VKE expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T490 VKE?
The MOT on T490 VKE expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T490 VKE done?
T490 VKE was recorded at 59,307 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2022, an average of 1,778 miles a year.
Has T490 VKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T490 VKE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T490 VKE 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 T490 VKE find?
T490 VKE passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; surface corrosion nsr inner sil, and 2 more.

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