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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,597 cc

S32 VATMOT history

S32 VAT is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 29 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 62,045 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2023
Mileage
62,045 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S32 VAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S32 VAT was last recorded at 62,045 miles on 14 Jul 2022, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,008 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
1,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,045 miles
  • 2020 – 62,008 miles
  • 2019 – 61,767 miles
  • 2018 – 61,403 miles
  • 2017 – 60,950 miles
  • 2016 – 59,699 miles
  • 2015 – 58,367 miles
  • 2014 – 57,095 miles
  • 2013 – 55,771 miles
  • 2012 – 54,617 miles
  • 2011 – 52,121 miles
  • 2010 – 49,692 miles
  • 2009 – 47,325 miles
  • 2008 – 44,873 miles
  • 2007 – 41,718 miles
  • 2006 – 38,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,045 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres showing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder body welded patches covered in underseal

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.

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,045 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,045 miles
    Test number
    780077763775
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres showing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body welded patches covered in underseal

  2. Fail62,008 miles (+241)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,008 miles
    Test number
    381645639711
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,767 miles (+364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,767 miles
    Test number
    695154244127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass61,403 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,403 miles
    Test number
    516625872149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail61,398 miles (+448)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,398 miles
    Test number
    548215903560
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  6. Pass60,950 miles (+1,251)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    60,950 miles
    Test number
    376191467961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,699 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,699 miles
    Test number
    799273990625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,367 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,367 miles
    Test number
    678439195035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,095 miles (+1,324)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    296219394047
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished
    • NoteOil leak gear box

  10. Pass55,771 miles (+1,154)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,771 miles
    Test number
    617651303172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass54,617 miles (+2,496)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,617 miles
    Test number
    668573702121
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage & corrosion in o/s outer sill panel

  12. Pass52,121 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,121 miles
    Test number
    455998501183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,692 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,692 miles
    Test number
    761195680032
    • NoteSlight corrosion in o/s outer sill area

  14. Fail49,687 miles (+2,362)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,687 miles
    Test number
    713955380029
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in o/s outer sill area

  15. Pass47,325 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,325 miles
    Test number
    890546809111
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail47,325 miles (+2,452)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,325 miles
    Test number
    382096309165
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,873 miles (+3,155)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,873 miles
    Test number
    801948308164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass41,718 miles (+3,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,718 miles
    Test number
    913253117163
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass38,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,140 miles
    Test number
    844369506124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S32 VAT

Does S32 VAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S32 VAT expired on 13 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S32 VAT?
The MOT on S32 VAT expired on 13 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S32 VAT done?
S32 VAT was recorded at 62,045 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2022, an average of 1,472 miles a year.
Has S32 VAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S32 VAT has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on S32 VAT 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 S32 VAT find?
S32 VAT passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2022 with 2 advisories: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres showing perished; under body welded patches covered in underseal.

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