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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,597 cc

S43 VEVMOT history

S43 VEV is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 19 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 67,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
67,233 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 VEV
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
19 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 VEV was last recorded at 67,233 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,232 miles · 30 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,233 miles
  • 2025 – 67,232 miles
  • 2024 – 66,637 miles
  • 2023 – 65,944 miles
  • 2022 – 65,164 miles
  • 2021 – 64,345 miles
  • 2020 – 63,551 miles
  • 2019 – 62,933 miles
  • 2018 – 62,278 miles
  • 2017 – 60,965 miles
  • 2016 – 59,893 miles
  • 2015 – 58,292 miles
  • 2014 – 54,912 miles
  • 2013 – 53,927 miles
  • 2012 – 52,370 miles
  • 2011 – 51,157 miles
  • 2010 – 47,450 miles
  • 2009 – 45,643 miles
  • 2008 – 41,938 miles
  • 2007 – 38,882 miles
  • 2006 – 37,090 miles
  • 2005 – 34,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,233 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Both outer sills showing signs of corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Noisy in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Handbrake lever has slight travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight noise in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,233 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    67,233 miles
    Test number
    449242036970
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both outer sills showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Noisy in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,232 miles (+595)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,232 miles
    Test number
    633717088229
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Both outer sills showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Noisy in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,637 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    66,637 miles
    Test number
    331734151987
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight noise in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail66,637 miles (+693)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,637 miles
    Test number
    233426073732
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has slight travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight noise in operation (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass65,944 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,944 miles
    Test number
    987315757927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail65,944 miles (+780)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,944 miles
    Test number
    251262645887
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner arch slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass65,164 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    65,164 miles
    Test number
    420100032501
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both just acceptable (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail65,163 miles (+818)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,163 miles
    Test number
    607036173795
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both just acceptable (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly distorted (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass64,345 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    64,345 miles
    Test number
    186249159829
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Fail64,345 miles (+794)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,345 miles
    Test number
    759965044122
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  11. Pass63,551 miles (+618)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,551 miles
    Test number
    324912759666
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  12. Pass62,933 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,933 miles
    Test number
    986143281590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,278 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    62,278 miles
    Test number
    767716655257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,253 miles (+1,288)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,253 miles
    Test number
    155650164832
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass60,965 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,965 miles
    Test number
    961293203214
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER/OUTER SILL JUST ACCEPTABLE (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE REAR CHASSIS CORRODED/HOLED BUT NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail60,965 miles (+1,072)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,965 miles
    Test number
    110843974485
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER/OUTER SILL JUST ACCEPTABLE (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE REAR CHASSIS CORRODED/HOLED BUT NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass59,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,893 miles
    Test number
    536296522664
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis corroded but not in prescribed area

  18. Fail59,893 miles (+1,601)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,893 miles
    Test number
    854559377683
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis corroded but not in prescribed area

  19. Pass58,292 miles (+3,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,292 miles
    Test number
    414481645331
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis corroded but not in testable area

  20. Pass54,912 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,912 miles
    Test number
    746658824341
    • NoteOffside and nearside chassis corroded but not yet holed

  21. Fail54,911 miles (+984)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,911 miles
    Test number
    859423824317
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside and nearside chassis corroded but not yet holed

  22. Pass53,927 miles (+1,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,927 miles
    Test number
    399492723303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass52,370 miles (+1,213)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,370 miles
    Test number
    227547812303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perished

  24. Pass51,157 miles (+3,707)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,157 miles
    Test number
    769508211337
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass47,450 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    353532720330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,643 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,643 miles
    Test number
    614363629338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,640 miles (+3,702)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,640 miles
    Test number
    184282629374
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  28. Pass41,938 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,938 miles
    Test number
    900483928306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass38,882 miles (+1,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    340210917362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass37,090 miles (+2,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    734071426305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass34,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,214 miles
    Test number
    133023025355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 VEV

Does S43 VEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 VEV is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 VEV?
The MOT on S43 VEV is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 VEV done?
S43 VEV was recorded at 67,233 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 1,640 miles a year.
Has S43 VEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 VEV has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S43 VEV 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 S43 VEV find?
S43 VEV passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front both outer sills showing signs of corrosion; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement noisy in operation, and 3 more.

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