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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y259 BGOMOT history

Y259 BGO is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
92,339 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 BGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 BGO was last recorded at 92,339 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,339 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,339 miles
  • 2024 – 91,938 miles
  • 2022 – 91,621 miles
  • 2018 – 91,615 miles
  • 2017 – 86,860 miles
  • 2016 – 83,438 miles
  • 2015 – 77,643 miles
  • 2014 – 77,643 miles
  • 2013 – 74,709 miles
  • 2012 – 69,892 miles
  • 2011 – 59,594 miles
  • 2010 – 55,260 miles
  • 2009 – 48,082 miles
  • 2008 – 32,637 miles
  • 2007 – 19,274 miles
  • 2006 – 9,080 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,339 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 Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front number plate debonding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front tyres wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Surface corrosion underneath

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    92,339 miles
    Test number
    445719138758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,339 miles (+401)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,339 miles
    Test number
    442175357497
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,938 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    91,938 miles
    Test number
    203794841848
    • AdvisoryFront number plate debonding
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath

  4. Fail91,936 miles (+155)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,936 miles
    Test number
    257829428650
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate debonding
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath

  5. Fail91,781 miles (+160)1 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,781 miles
    Test number
    657166015719
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor to sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head light glass cracked
    • AdvisoryRear all 4 spring hanger fixings on chassis corroding
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box cover coming off

  6. Pass91,621 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    91,621 miles
    Test number
    933836850470
    • AdvisoryFront brakes binding

  7. Fail91,615 miles (+4,755)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,615 miles
    Test number
    489396979219
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected front of spring fixing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight drag on brake
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake weak
    • AdvisoryOffside rear foot brake weak

  8. Pass86,860 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    534728259443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cvboot has grease on
    • AdvisoryFan belt squeeking
    • AdvisoryKnocking noise on front suspension
    • AdvisorySlight drag on front brakes

  9. Fail86,860 miles (+3,422)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    428895773751
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer cvboot has grease on
    • AdvisoryFan belt squeeking
    • AdvisorySlight drag on front brakes

  10. Pass83,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    685479333954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,438 miles (+5,795)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    570199932078
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  12. Pass77,643 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,643 miles
    Test number
    845856105086
    • NoteIndicator flashing fast
    • NoteKnocking noise from d bushes

  13. Fail77,643 miles (+2,934)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,643 miles
    Test number
    528137254322
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteIndicator flashing fast
    • NoteKnocking noise from d bushes

  14. Pass74,709 miles (+4,817)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,709 miles
    Test number
    656340933360
    • NoteFront lower arm bushes debonding
    • NoteN/s cvboot has a greese on
    • NoteN/s rear brake pipe around floor towards sill corroding
    • NoteN/s rear shock fixing to chassis cracking

  15. Pass69,892 miles (+10,298)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,892 miles
    Test number
    445920212346
    • NoteN/s rear chassis by shock cracking

  16. Pass59,594 miles (+4,334)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,594 miles
    Test number
    326944061153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,260 miles (+7,178)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,260 miles
    Test number
    994348750164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,082 miles (+15,445)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,082 miles
    Test number
    431158639150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,637 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,637 miles
    Test number
    293735088478
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass32,637 miles (+13,363)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,637 miles
    Test number
    351555488196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,274 miles (+10,194)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    523540897166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,080 miles
    Test number
    684049396173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y259 BGO

Does Y259 BGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 BGO is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y259 BGO?
The MOT on Y259 BGO is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y259 BGO done?
Y259 BGO was recorded at 92,339 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 4,250 miles a year.
Has Y259 BGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 BGO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y259 BGO 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 Y259 BGO find?
Y259 BGO passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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