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Ford Escort

Grey · Petrol · 1987 · 1,392 cc

D545 SWBMOT history

D545 SWB is a grey petrol Ford Escort first used on 28 Apr 1987. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 13,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
13,765 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
D545 SWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,392 cc
Year of manufacture
1987
First used
28 Apr 1987
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

D545 SWB was last recorded at 13,765 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 812 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Apr 2018: 3,035 miles, lower than 100,941 miles on 23 Mar 2017.

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
12,953 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 13,765 miles
  • 2025 – 12,953 miles
  • 2024 – 8,196 miles
  • 2023 – 7,957 miles
  • 2022 – 6,779 miles
  • 2021 – 6,093 miles
  • 2020 – 5,732 miles
  • 2019 – 4,316 miles
  • 2018 – 3,111 miles
  • 2017 – 100,941 miles
  • 2016 – 97,651 miles
  • 2015 – 94,644 miles
  • 2014 – 91,779 miles
  • 2013 – 89,683 miles
  • 2012 – 88,188 miles
  • 2011 – 86,019 miles
  • 2010 – 83,970 miles
  • 2009 – 80,791 miles
  • 2008 – 77,228 miles
  • 2007 – 71,717 miles
  • 2006 – 66,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass13,765 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFull car undersealed

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.

  • Coil spring corroded All four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass13,765 miles (+812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    13,765 miles
    Test number
    725677675235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull car undersealed

  2. Pass12,953 miles (+4,757)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    12,953 miles
    Test number
    643094271532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass8,196 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    8,196 miles
    Test number
    837829455364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass7,957 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    7,957 miles
    Test number
    708168465665
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail7,957 miles (+1,178)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,957 miles
    Test number
    121417629249
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass6,779 miles (+686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    6,779 miles
    Test number
    826162873164
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (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))

  7. Pass6,093 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    6,093 miles
    Test number
    710811483713
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail6,093 miles (+361)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,093 miles
    Test number
    705926859456
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass5,732 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    5,732 miles
    Test number
    342591617871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass4,316 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    4,316 miles
    Test number
    496534585036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass3,111 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    3,111 miles
    Test number
    759221638023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail3,035 miles (-97,906)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,035 miles
    Test number
    686681431917
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass100,941 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,941 miles
    Test number
    793675064773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,651 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    97,651 miles
    Test number
    260017502304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,550 miles (+2,906)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,550 miles
    Test number
    855764521414
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass94,644 miles (+2,865)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    94,644 miles
    Test number
    726300395034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,779 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,779 miles
    Test number
    787767184070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,683 miles
    Test number
    438663893088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,683 miles (+1,495)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,683 miles
    Test number
    668943093006
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  20. Pass88,188 miles (+2,169)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,188 miles
    Test number
    338884292089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,019 miles (+2,049)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    86,019 miles
    Test number
    207968381019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEmmissions erratic

  22. Pass83,970 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,970 miles
    Test number
    581006590037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,791 miles (+3,563)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,791 miles
    Test number
    943979499089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass77,228 miles (+5,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,228 miles
    Test number
    724635098055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass71,717 miles (+5,482)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    71,717 miles
    Test number
    431777787005
    • NoteBoth rear tyre's have age crack's on outer side wall's

  26. Pass66,235 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    66,235 miles
    Test number
    722724396071
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about D545 SWB

Does D545 SWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D545 SWB is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on D545 SWB?
The MOT on D545 SWB is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D545 SWB done?
D545 SWB was recorded at 13,765 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026.
Has D545 SWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D545 SWB has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on D545 SWB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D545 SWB find?
D545 SWB passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear wheel bearing has slight play; full car undersealed.

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