BT57 EPA

2007 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2007
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1242 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 27 February 2015
Last recorded mileage
38,072 mi

AI verdict AVOID 56/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2007 Ford has 5 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 38,072 miles. The single 2011 failure for multiple suspension and brake issues, combined with a 2013-2014 mileage drop, makes this vehicle an unacceptable risk.

The mileage trajectory shows a significant drop from 49,414 miles in Nov 2011 to 53,107 miles in Feb 2013, and then only 5,661 miles to Feb 2014, indicating a high risk of odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Mileage significantly below UK average: 58,768 miles over 19 years (typical: 100,633 miles, n=240 FORDs).
  • Critical 2012 MOT gap: No MOT recorded between Nov 2011 and Feb 2013, a major red flag for unexplained history.
  • 2014 mileage anomaly: 58,768 miles in Feb 2014 is 10% of UK average, strongly suggesting odometer fraud.
  • Single 2011 failure: Multiple suspension and brake defects (anti-roll bar, CV joint, brake hose) on 2011-11-15 test.

Working in its favour

  • No recurring failures: The 2011 failure for suspension and brakes was immediately rectified and has not recurred.
  • Consistent annual usage: Average 8,202 miles/year aligns with typical UK vehicle use, not excessive.
  • No recent MOT failures: The last MOT was in 2014, meaning no recent test failures or advisories.
  • Relatively low mileage: 58,768 miles for a 19-year-old vehicle is a positive for wear and tear.

Mileage history

Nov 2010: 38,072 mi PASSNov 2011: 49,414 mi FAILNov 2011: 49,604 mi PASSFeb 2013: 53,107 mi PASSFeb 2014: 58,768 mi PASS59k48k38kNov 2010Feb 2014

MOT test history — 4/5 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2010 PASS 38,072 mi
USER ENTERED BOTH SIDES FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES
Nov 2011 FAIL 49,414 mi
FAIL Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
FAIL Nearside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
FAIL Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
Nov 2011 PASS 49,604 mi None recorded
Feb 2013 PASS 53,107 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Feb 2014 PASS 58,768 mi None recorded

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