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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T977 TCAMOT history

T977 TCA is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2019 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 6,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2019
Mileage
6,836 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T977 TCA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2019
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T977 TCA was last recorded at 6,836 miles on 28 Mar 2023, 965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2017: 4,663 miles, lower than 104,659 miles on 10 Jun 2015.

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
5,871 miles · 26 Jan 2018
Between the last two tests
965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 6,836 miles
  • 2018 – 5,871 miles
  • 2017 – 4,663 miles
  • 2015 – 104,659 miles
  • 2014 – 100,624 miles
  • 2013 – 96,624 miles
  • 2012 – 92,959 miles
  • 2011 – 85,277 miles
  • 2010 – 79,644 miles
  • 2009 – 77,642 miles
  • 2008 – 74,245 miles
  • 2007 – 70,238 miles
  • 2006 – 67,568 miles
  • 2005 – 64,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail6,836 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded From rear load sensing valve to nearside rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded From rear load sensing valve to offside rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Going to Offside rear wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front discs worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail6,836 miles (+965)13 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,836 miles
    Test number
    388835112261
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded From rear load sensing valve to nearside rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded From rear load sensing valve to offside rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Going to Offside rear wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass5,871 miles (+1,208)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    5,871 miles
    Test number
    403393230805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass4,663 miles (-99,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    4,663 miles
    Test number
    924819398548
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Fail104,659 miles (+4,035)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,659 miles
    Test number
    435171465154
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass100,624 miles (+4,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    100,624 miles
    Test number
    696381264188
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass96,624 miles (+3,665)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    96,624 miles
    Test number
    965999053100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,959 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    92,959 miles
    Test number
    656124662154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,942 miles (+7,665)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,942 miles
    Test number
    968450862118
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass85,277 miles (+5,633)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    85,277 miles
    Test number
    568750711286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,644 miles (+2,002)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,644 miles
    Test number
    174321890126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass77,642 miles (+3,397)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,642 miles
    Test number
    552437599133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass74,245 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    74,245 miles
    Test number
    172326398151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,238 miles (+2,670)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,238 miles
    Test number
    274800407217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass67,568 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    462787016285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,488 miles
    Test number
    330160725241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,488 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,488 miles
    Test number
    591594715284
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Questions about T977 TCA

Does T977 TCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T977 TCA expired on 23 Feb 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T977 TCA?
The MOT on T977 TCA expired on 23 Feb 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T977 TCA done?
T977 TCA was recorded at 6,836 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2023.
Has T977 TCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T977 TCA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T977 TCA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T977 TCA find?
T977 TCA failed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2023 with 13 major defects and 5 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded from rear load sensing valve to nearside rear flexi; brake pipe excessively corroded from rear load sensing valve to offside rear flexi; brake pipe excessively corroded going to offside rear wheel cylinder, and 15 more.

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