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Ford Escort

White · Petrol · 1997 · 1,597 cc

R641 SCSMOT history

R641 SCS is a white petrol Ford Escort first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 52,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
52,077 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R641 SCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R641 SCS was last recorded at 52,077 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 1,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,075 miles · 8 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1,002 miles
Average per year
1,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,077 miles
  • 2024 – 51,015 miles
  • 2023 – 51,008 miles
  • 2018 – 49,616 miles
  • 2016 – 49,502 miles
  • 2015 – 49,481 miles
  • 2014 – 49,282 miles
  • 2013 – 48,063 miles
  • 2012 – 45,449 miles
  • 2011 – 40,339 miles
  • 2009 – 39,927 miles
  • 2008 – 37,432 miles
  • 2007 – 34,952 miles
  • 2006 – 31,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,077 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Emissions unable to be completed

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,077 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    52,077 miles
    Test number
    994007879988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail51,075 miles (+60)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,075 miles
    Test number
    239651704696
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • 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))

  3. Pass51,015 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    51,015 miles
    Test number
    825824762488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass51,008 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    51,008 miles
    Test number
    864294959965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,006 miles (+1,390)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,006 miles
    Test number
    129474311363
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass49,616 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,616 miles
    Test number
    312223523120
    • AdvisoryCar heavily under sealed underneath
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail49,613 miles (+111)4 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,613 miles
    Test number
    835239391717
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slight smear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass49,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,502 miles
    Test number
    592133829370
    • AdvisoryCar heavily undersealed

  9. Fail49,502 miles (+21)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,502 miles
    Test number
    992089892541
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCar heavily undersealed

  10. Pass49,481 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,481 miles
    Test number
    918005675133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,478 miles (+196)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,478 miles
    Test number
    565202865139
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass49,282 miles (+1,219)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,282 miles
    Test number
    478974964107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOuter sills covered

  13. Pass48,063 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,063 miles
    Test number
    635327943189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,449 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,449 miles
    Test number
    245536542194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass45,449 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    45,449 miles
    Test number
    578176642169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,339 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,339 miles
    Test number
    166794451144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,927 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,927 miles
    Test number
    191743939152
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Fail39,927 miles (+2,495)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,927 miles
    Test number
    572859229188
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass37,432 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,432 miles
    Test number
    423604338124
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail37,431 miles (+2,479)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,431 miles
    Test number
    472920238179
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass34,952 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,952 miles
    Test number
    500654707277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail34,952 miles (+3,908)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,952 miles
    Test number
    573564707264
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass31,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,044 miles
    Test number
    114739206250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,044 miles2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,044 miles
    Test number
    913499206207
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about R641 SCS

Does R641 SCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R641 SCS is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R641 SCS?
The MOT on R641 SCS is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R641 SCS done?
R641 SCS was recorded at 52,077 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 1,058 miles a year.
Has R641 SCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R641 SCS has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on R641 SCS 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 R641 SCS find?
R641 SCS passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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