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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T968 MVUMOT history

T968 MVU is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 93,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
93,171 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T968 MVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T968 MVU was last recorded at 93,171 miles on 14 May 2026, 7,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,241 miles · 27 Jun 2019
Between the last two tests
7,930 miles
Average per year
1,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,171 miles
  • 2019 – 85,241 miles
  • 2014 – 82,796 miles
  • 2013 – 79,141 miles
  • 2012 – 76,193 miles
  • 2011 – 72,602 miles
  • 2010 – 67,984 miles
  • 2009 – 63,854 miles
  • 2008 – 62,914 miles
  • 2007 – 60,803 miles
  • 2006 – 58,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,171 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,171 miles (+7,930)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    93,171 miles
    Test number
    417878788532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,241 miles (+2,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,241 miles
    Test number
    919933207092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass82,796 miles (+3,655)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,796 miles
    Test number
    236292794439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,141 miles (+2,948)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    997928123068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass76,193 miles (+3,591)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    76,193 miles
    Test number
    639176522007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteHard corrosion nearside and offside chasy
    • NoteHard corrosion nearside and offside outer cills
    • NoteNearside front tyre slight sidewall damage

  6. Pass72,602 miles (+4,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    72,602 miles
    Test number
    147187021467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass67,984 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    67,984 miles
    Test number
    131033420430
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  8. Fail67,984 miles (+4,130)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,984 miles
    Test number
    370153620034
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass63,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    63,854 miles
    Test number
    340721029059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,854 miles (+940)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,854 miles
    Test number
    820241329089
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  11. Pass62,914 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    62,914 miles
    Test number
    522029908009
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre slightly distorted
    • NoteSome underbody corrosion

  12. Fail62,914 miles (+2,111)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,914 miles
    Test number
    190189108465
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre slightly distorted
    • NoteSome underbody corrosion

  13. Pass60,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,803 miles
    Test number
    533402317066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,798 miles (+1,992)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,798 miles
    Test number
    454662117051
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  15. Pass58,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,806 miles
    Test number
    410301116067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T968 MVU

Does T968 MVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T968 MVU is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T968 MVU?
The MOT on T968 MVU is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T968 MVU done?
T968 MVU was recorded at 93,171 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 1,690 miles a year.
Has T968 MVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T968 MVU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2010.
Has the mileage on T968 MVU 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 T968 MVU find?
T968 MVU passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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