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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T597 SGPMOT history

T597 SGP is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 48,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2024
Mileage
48,915 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 SGP
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
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 SGP was last recorded at 48,915 miles on 23 Aug 2023, 2,700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,215 miles · 16 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
2,700 miles
Average per year
1,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 48,915 miles
  • 2022 – 46,215 miles
  • 2021 – 44,901 miles
  • 2019 – 44,323 miles
  • 2018 – 35,650 miles
  • 2017 – 33,517 miles
  • 2016 – 33,063 miles
  • 2015 – 32,365 miles
  • 2014 – 31,722 miles
  • 2013 – 31,052 miles
  • 2012 – 29,895 miles
  • 2011 – 28,810 miles
  • 2010 – 27,765 miles
  • 2009 – 26,306 miles
  • 2008 – 24,652 miles
  • 2007 – 22,932 miles
  • 2006 – 21,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,915 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195 50 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,915 miles (+2,700)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,915 miles
    Test number
    621708627254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195 50 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass46,215 miles (+1,314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,215 miles
    Test number
    453590576525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass44,901 miles (+578)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,901 miles
    Test number
    817671394080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass44,323 miles (+8,673)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,323 miles
    Test number
    222821902774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,650 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,650 miles
    Test number
    354898263699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,517 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,517 miles
    Test number
    270251918362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,063 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    793449861489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,365 miles (+643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    486676675034
    • 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)

  9. Pass31,722 miles (+670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,722 miles
    Test number
    178256374489
    • 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)

  10. Pass31,052 miles (+1,157)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,052 miles
    Test number
    478234283063
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  11. Pass29,895 miles (+1,085)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,895 miles
    Test number
    409856172075
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  12. Pass28,810 miles (+1,045)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    346427991072
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  13. Pass27,765 miles (+1,459)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,765 miles
    Test number
    973938190014
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass26,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    690257499012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,306 miles (+1,654)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    704547499014
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  16. Fail24,652 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,652 miles
    Test number
    220109398057
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear top mounts have slight play

  17. Pass24,652 miles (+1,720)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    24,652 miles
    Test number
    352999498026
    • NoteRear top mounts have slight play

  18. Pass22,932 miles (+1,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    764273107142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass21,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    21,066 miles
    Test number
    783071006198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T597 SGP

Does T597 SGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T597 SGP expired on 15 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T597 SGP?
The MOT on T597 SGP expired on 15 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T597 SGP done?
T597 SGP was recorded at 48,915 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2023, an average of 1,604 miles a year.
Has T597 SGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 SGP has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2009.
Has the mileage on T597 SGP 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 T597 SGP find?
T597 SGP passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195 50 15; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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