
Ford Escort
White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,391 cc
T556 ADMMOT history
T556 ADM is a white petrol Ford Escort first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 30,897 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 30,897 mi
- At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 31
- 21 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- Not enough data
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T556 ADM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Escort
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,391 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 23 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T556 ADM was last recorded at 30,897 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.
Mileage went down between tests
- 17 Nov 2014: 4,707 miles, lower than 97,570 miles on 21 Nov 2013.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 30,258 miles · 15 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 639 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 30,897 miles
- 2024 – 30,258 miles
- 2023 – 29,098 miles
- 2022 – 27,606 miles
- 2021 – 26,401 miles
- 2020 – 24,883 miles
- 2019 – 22,242 miles
- 2018 – 19,914 miles
- 2017 – 16,692 miles
- 2016 – 13,315 miles
- 2015 – 9,941 miles
- 2014 – 4,754 miles
- 2013 – 97,570 miles
- 2012 – 92,059 miles
- 2011 – 84,282 miles
- 2010 – 75,224 miles
- 2009 – 65,591 miles
- 2008 – 55,223 miles
- 2007 – 47,776 miles
- 2006 – 40,013 miles
- 2005 – 35,763 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in treadRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
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 Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023
Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2023
Full MOT history
31 tests since 17 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass30,897 miles (+639)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 30,897 miles
- Test number
- 232025165482
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
Pass30,258 miles (+1,160)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 30,258 miles
- Test number
- 478471440742
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
Pass29,098 miles (+1,492)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 29,098 miles
- Test number
- 702862824544
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre badly cracking in tread
Pass27,606 miles (+1,205)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 27,606 miles
- Test number
- 753842217063
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
Pass26,401 miles (+1,518)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 26,401 miles
- Test number
- 620440361824
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
Pass24,883 miles (+2,641)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 24,883 miles
- Test number
- 103893914589
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking in tread
Pass22,242 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 22,242 miles
- Test number
- 875577486968
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly cracking in tread
Fail22,242 miles (+2,328)7 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 22,242 miles
- Test number
- 375544593748
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material painted (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly cracking in tread
Pass19,914 miles (+3,222)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 19,914 miles
- Test number
- 898288737828
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered (1.1.11 (c))
Pass16,692 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 16,692 miles
- Test number
- 888044218100
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail16,690 miles (+3,375)5 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 16,690 miles
- Test number
- 738460101651
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Pass13,315 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 13,315 miles
- Test number
- 863741163496
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both front wings (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail13,311 miles (+3,370)4 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 13,311 miles
- Test number
- 922959456111
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion both front wings (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass9,941 miles (+34)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 9,941 miles
- Test number
- 770841875966
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Fail9,907 miles (+5,153)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 9,907 miles
- Test number
- 925908477461
- FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryPower steering drive belt deteriorated
Pass4,754 miles (+47)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 4,754 miles
- Test number
- 467664224425
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Fail4,707 miles (-92,863)2 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 4,707 miles
- Test number
- 705371524361
- FailureDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Pass97,570 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 97,570 miles
- Test number
- 949835123385
- NoteWindscreen arc scratched
Fail97,570 miles (+5,511)3 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,570 miles
- Test number
- 327445523391
- FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- NoteWindscreen arc scratched
Pass92,059 miles (+7,777)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 92,059 miles
- Test number
- 677290622315
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,282 miles (+9,058)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 84,282 miles
- Test number
- 478091621318
- NoteOff side rear parking brake low reading
Pass75,224 miles (+9,633)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 75,224 miles
- Test number
- 384106720366
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- NoteOff side rear parking brake slightly lower reading
- NoteScreen has light arc scratching
Pass65,591 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 65,591 miles
- Test number
- 512953429376
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,591 miles (+10,368)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,591 miles
- Test number
- 481263129437
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNot much reserve travel on parking brake lever
Pass55,223 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 55,223 miles
- Test number
- 770403628311
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail55,223 miles (+7,447)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,223 miles
- Test number
- 190363928346
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass47,776 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 47,776 miles
- Test number
- 431287627312
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,776 miles (+7,763)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,776 miles
- Test number
- 201887527301
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass40,013 miles (+4,250)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 40,013 miles
- Test number
- 484802736367
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,763 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 35,763 miles
- Test number
- 790212925339
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail35,763 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,763 miles
- Test number
- 254051125379
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
Questions about T556 ADM
- Does T556 ADM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T556 ADM is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T556 ADM?
- The MOT on T556 ADM is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T556 ADM done?
- T556 ADM was recorded at 30,897 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025.
- Has T556 ADM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T556 ADM has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2019.
- Has the mileage on T556 ADM ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T556 ADM find?
- T556 ADM passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 8 advisories: nearside front lower seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 5 more.
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