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Ford Escort

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,597 cc

S37 GBDMOT history

S37 GBD is a black petrol Ford Escort first used on 24 Oct 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 44,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2023
Mileage
44,465 mi
At MOT on 12 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S37 GBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S37 GBD was last recorded at 44,465 miles on 12 Jul 2022, 903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,562 miles · 2 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
903 miles
Average per year
1,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 44,465 miles
  • 2021 – 43,562 miles
  • 2020 – 42,463 miles
  • 2019 – 41,412 miles
  • 2018 – 39,807 miles
  • 2017 – 38,433 miles
  • 2016 – 36,898 miles
  • 2015 – 35,206 miles
  • 2014 – 33,710 miles
  • 2013 – 32,290 miles
  • 2012 – 30,668 miles
  • 2011 – 25,383 miles
  • 2010 – 22,036 miles
  • 2009 – 21,966 miles
  • 2008 – 21,621 miles
  • 2007 – 21,208 miles
  • 2006 – 20,375 miles
  • 2005 – 19,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,465 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
  • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front seat has slight play in runners

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Sills and rest of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,465 miles (+903)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,465 miles
    Test number
    408106766941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

  2. Pass43,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    598222927947
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail43,562 miles (+1,099)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    635691515825
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear and o/s/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass42,463 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    954613290364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail42,457 miles (+1,045)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,457 miles
    Test number
    569502837018
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass41,412 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,412 miles
    Test number
    580866560501
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat has slight play in runners

  7. Fail41,391 miles (+1,584)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,391 miles
    Test number
    223092220828
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat has slight play in runners

  8. Pass39,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,807 miles
    Test number
    222450036716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,807 miles (+1,374)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,807 miles
    Test number
    967192886680
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass38,433 miles (+1,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,433 miles
    Test number
    237699283595
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake slight fluctuation N/S/F brake slight fluctuation
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills slight corrosion

  11. Pass36,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,898 miles
    Test number
    106606077427
    • AdvisorySills and rest of vehicle corroded

  12. Fail36,898 miles (+1,692)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,898 miles
    Test number
    875477186290
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately clipped at wheel arch (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported brakepipe/flexi hose insecure (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySills and rest of vehicle corroded

  13. Pass35,206 miles (+1,496)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    35,206 miles
    Test number
    707698485165
    • NoteHandbrake high
    • NoteOuter sills weak
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  14. Pass33,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    33,710 miles
    Test number
    516981394143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,710 miles (+1,420)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,710 miles
    Test number
    885621394103
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass32,290 miles (+1,622)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,290 miles
    Test number
    227611493454
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked
    • NoteInner and outer sills weak

  17. Pass30,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    557578492134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail30,668 miles (+5,285)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,668 miles
    Test number
    609171292184
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass25,383 miles (+3,347)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    25,383 miles
    Test number
    909195721227
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall

  20. Pass22,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,036 miles
    Test number
    232354620236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,035 miles (+69)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,035 miles
    Test number
    420864820266
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass21,966 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,966 miles
    Test number
    130880739265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,621 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,621 miles
    Test number
    321396928290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Fail21,611 miles (+403)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,611 miles
    Test number
    372291428244
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  25. Pass21,208 miles (+833)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,208 miles
    Test number
    904407127277
    • NoteRear chassis rusting

  26. Pass20,375 miles (+1,301)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,375 miles
    Test number
    623605436205
    • NoteFront indicators starting to flash white advise change bulbs
    • NoteO/s/r chassis rusting †

  27. Pass19,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    19,074 miles
    Test number
    950708125252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail19,069 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,069 miles
    Test number
    403608025293
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about S37 GBD

Does S37 GBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S37 GBD expired on 15 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S37 GBD?
The MOT on S37 GBD expired on 15 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S37 GBD done?
S37 GBD was recorded at 44,465 miles at its MOT on 12 Jul 2022, an average of 1,502 miles a year.
Has S37 GBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S37 GBD has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S37 GBD 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 S37 GBD find?
S37 GBD passed its latest MOT on 12 Jul 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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