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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T523 CBNMOT history

T523 CBN is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 8,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
8,626 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T523 CBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T523 CBN was last recorded at 8,626 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,314 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2015: 680 miles, lower than 97,064 miles on 2 Oct 2013.
  • 3 Sept 2018: 418 miles, lower than 3,929 miles on 9 Jul 2016.
  • 15 Sept 2018: 415 miles, lower than 418 miles on 3 Sept 2018.

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
5,312 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 8,626 miles
  • 2025 – 5,312 miles
  • 2022 – 4,743 miles
  • 2021 – 4,665 miles
  • 2018 – 415 miles
  • 2016 – 3,929 miles
  • 2015 – 698 miles
  • 2013 – 97,064 miles
  • 2012 – 92,393 miles
  • 2011 – 89,738 miles
  • 2010 – 79,125 miles
  • 2008 – 77,133 miles
  • 2007 – 71,254 miles
  • 2006 – 62,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,626 miles
  • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated os (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

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)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ns inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge well worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,626 miles (+3,314)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    8,626 miles
    Test number
    595658731050
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated os (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody undersealed

  2. Pass5,312 miles (+569)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    5,312 miles
    Test number
    716837298029
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily under sealed

  3. Pass4,743 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    4,743 miles
    Test number
    545996822527
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ns inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail4,739 miles (+74)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,739 miles
    Test number
    435540136212
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting ns and os rear sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting os inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting os sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security ns inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security os inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass4,665 miles (+4,250)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    4,665 miles
    Test number
    505794798134
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Tyres Wearing Inner Edge

  6. Pass415 miles (-3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    415 miles
    Test number
    436275007075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge well worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge well worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing thorough inspection of body

  7. Fail418 miles (-3,511)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    418 miles
    Test number
    695788282863
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge well worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge well worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both sides (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing thorough inspection of body

  8. Pass3,929 miles (+3,231)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    3,929 miles
    Test number
    305880732071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  9. Pass698 miles (+18)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    698 miles
    Test number
    897843235135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  10. Fail680 miles (-96,384)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    680 miles
    Test number
    587132135131
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel slightly binding

  11. Pass97,064 miles (+108)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,064 miles
    Test number
    857995873249
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSILL COVERS FITTED

  12. Fail96,956 miles (+4,563)9 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,956 miles
    Test number
    746269463256
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteSILL COVERS FITTED

  13. Pass92,393 miles (+1)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    92,393 miles
    Test number
    468038452226
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEXHAUST MOUNTS IN POOR CONDITION.
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail92,392 miles (+2,654)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,392 miles
    Test number
    677104952250
    • FailureCentre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEXHAUST MOUNTS IN POOR CONDITION.
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass89,738 miles (+10,613)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    825345141296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,125 miles (+1,992)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,125 miles
    Test number
    700281630229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,133 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    980409508162
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail77,133 miles (+5,879)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,133 miles
    Test number
    751278408127
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass71,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,254 miles
    Test number
    200454997040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,254 miles (+9,235)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,254 miles
    Test number
    852044597066
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCluch slipping
    • NoteExhaust noisy

  21. Pass62,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    134206596480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,019 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,019 miles
    Test number
    151896396475
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChildseats fitted to osr and nsr . Belts not fully tested.

Questions about T523 CBN

Does T523 CBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T523 CBN is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T523 CBN?
The MOT on T523 CBN is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T523 CBN done?
T523 CBN was recorded at 8,626 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026.
Has T523 CBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T523 CBN has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T523 CBN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 12 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T523 CBN find?
T523 CBN passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated os; sill covers fitted; underbody undersealed.

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