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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

V709 DTFMOT history

V709 DTF is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 17 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 41,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
41,131 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V709 DTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V709 DTF was last recorded at 41,131 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,072 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
1,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,131 miles
  • 2025 – 41,072 miles
  • 2024 – 40,900 miles
  • 2023 – 40,216 miles
  • 2022 – 39,749 miles
  • 2021 – 39,360 miles
  • 2020 – 38,865 miles
  • 2019 – 38,056 miles
  • 2018 – 36,556 miles
  • 2017 – 29,651 miles
  • 2016 – 28,138 miles
  • 2015 – 27,174 miles
  • 2014 – 26,300 miles
  • 2013 – 24,671 miles
  • 2012 – 24,335 miles
  • 2011 – 22,723 miles
  • 2010 – 21,441 miles
  • 2009 – 21,164 miles
  • 2008 – 20,719 miles
  • 2007 – 20,415 miles
  • 2006 – 19,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,131 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner to outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass41,131 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    41,131 miles
    Test number
    673327403160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail41,131 miles (+59)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,131 miles
    Test number
    406143323495
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass41,072 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    41,072 miles
    Test number
    403336918267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail41,062 miles (+162)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,062 miles
    Test number
    945474203428
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inneer wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass40,900 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    40,900 miles
    Test number
    546582507291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail40,900 miles (+684)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,900 miles
    Test number
    833811972503
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,216 miles (+23)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    40,216 miles
    Test number
    153394657665
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear upper outer sill corroded not within a perscribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tow bar mount corroded not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryTow bar brackets corroded

  8. Fail40,193 miles (+444)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    261242487295
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed location inside deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill panel in door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced upper door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper outer sill holed and corroded not considered a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting swelling and splitting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryRepairs to o/s/r and n/s r suspension prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryTow bar brackets corroded

  9. Pass39,749 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    39,749 miles
    Test number
    159000422153
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside doors not considered excessive
    • AdvisorySill repair work heavily undersealed

  10. Fail39,745 miles (+385)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,745 miles
    Test number
    530544439649
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside doors not considered excessive

  11. Pass39,360 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,360 miles
    Test number
    431706517219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside both nearside doors
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  12. Fail39,360 miles (+495)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,360 miles
    Test number
    617162600937
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside both nearside doors
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  13. Pass38,865 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    38,865 miles
    Test number
    903346920079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills and underneath of vehicle is corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryFuel filter is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill excessively corroded but not within a perscribed area

  14. Fail38,864 miles (+808)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,864 miles
    Test number
    398470162873
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills and underneath of vehicle is corroded but not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryFuel filter is heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer sill excessively corroded but not within a perscribed area

  15. Pass38,056 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,056 miles
    Test number
    285148973205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  16. Fail38,050 miles (+1,494)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    654573952224
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor next to subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  17. Pass36,556 miles (+201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,556 miles
    Test number
    811457216094
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside both front doors but not excessive
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle

  18. Fail36,355 miles (+6,704)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,355 miles
    Test number
    198565635738
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion inside both front doors but not excessive
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle

  19. Pass29,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    29,651 miles
    Test number
    170689959813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill outer (5.2.6)

  20. Fail29,651 miles (+1,513)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,651 miles
    Test number
    864950393878
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill outer (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill outer (5.2.6)

  21. Pass28,138 miles (+964)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,138 miles
    Test number
    762128995151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill outer (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass27,174 miles (+874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,174 miles
    Test number
    713495503955
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill outer (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass26,300 miles (+1,629)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,300 miles
    Test number
    685001234229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  24. Pass24,671 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,671 miles
    Test number
    736780643240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim

  25. Fail24,671 miles (+336)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,671 miles
    Test number
    855672333237
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim

  26. Pass24,335 miles (+1,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,335 miles
    Test number
    215131042294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  27. Pass22,723 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    22,723 miles
    Test number
    866763241230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,441 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    21,441 miles
    Test number
    302465540292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,164 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,164 miles
    Test number
    990579239243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,719 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,719 miles
    Test number
    620739338265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass20,415 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,415 miles
    Test number
    482688647229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass19,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,912 miles
    Test number
    321139146273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V709 DTF

Does V709 DTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V709 DTF is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V709 DTF?
The MOT on V709 DTF is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V709 DTF done?
V709 DTF was recorded at 41,131 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 1,060 miles a year.
Has V709 DTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V709 DTF has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on V709 DTF 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 V709 DTF find?
V709 DTF passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to sill; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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