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Ford Escort

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,753 cc

Y866 SLFMOT history

Y866 SLF is a red diesel Ford Escort first used on 14 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 125,473 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,473 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y866 SLF
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
14 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y866 SLF was last recorded at 125,473 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
124,644 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
829 miles
Average per year
1,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,473 miles
  • 2025 – 124,644 miles
  • 2024 – 122,080 miles
  • 2023 – 121,243 miles
  • 2022 – 115,834 miles
  • 2013 – 111,255 miles
  • 2012 – 106,409 miles
  • 2011 – 102,515 miles
  • 2010 – 100,920 miles
  • 2009 – 98,879 miles
  • 2008 – 96,283 miles
  • 2007 – 93,791 miles
  • 2006 – 91,170 miles
  • 2005 – 90,829 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,473 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,473 miles (+829)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,473 miles
    Test number
    845804419405
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass124,644 miles (+2,564)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    124,644 miles
    Test number
    689690059646
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass122,080 miles (+837)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,080 miles
    Test number
    415907839114
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass121,243 miles (+5,409)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,243 miles
    Test number
    660310160281
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryDiesel tank damp

  5. Pass115,834 miles (+4,579)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,834 miles
    Test number
    261779150338
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,255 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    111,255 miles
    Test number
    365660633312
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail111,255 miles (+4,846)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,255 miles
    Test number
    337860233379
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass106,409 miles (+3,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    106,409 miles
    Test number
    447577722447
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass102,515 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    102,515 miles
    Test number
    196382921379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,920 miles (+2,041)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    100,920 miles
    Test number
    134953620300
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass98,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    98,879 miles
    Test number
    134969729392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,879 miles (+2,596)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,879 miles
    Test number
    130629729340
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass96,283 miles (+2,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    96,283 miles
    Test number
    992952228343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass93,791 miles (+2,621)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    93,791 miles
    Test number
    203813127339
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  15. Pass91,170 miles (+341)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    91,170 miles
    Test number
    443867176202
    • NoteNearside front brake out of balance
    • NoteRear brake readings slightly low

  16. Pass90,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    90,829 miles
    Test number
    352661825417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y866 SLF

Does Y866 SLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y866 SLF is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y866 SLF?
The MOT on Y866 SLF is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y866 SLF done?
Y866 SLF was recorded at 125,473 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,675 miles a year.
Has Y866 SLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y866 SLF has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2013.
Has the mileage on Y866 SLF 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 Y866 SLF find?
Y866 SLF passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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