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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S678 OGFMOT history

S678 OGF is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 10 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 85,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2023
Mileage
85,509 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2023
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S678 OGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S678 OGF was last recorded at 85,509 miles on 21 Apr 2023, 2,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2022: 83,462 miles, lower than 83,942 miles on 8 Apr 2022.

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
83,462 miles · 22 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,047 miles
Average per year
2,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,509 miles
  • 2022 – 83,462 miles
  • 2021 – 82,266 miles
  • 2020 – 81,785 miles
  • 2019 – 80,898 miles
  • 2018 – 78,565 miles
  • 2017 – 75,779 miles
  • 2016 – 73,580 miles
  • 2015 – 71,203 miles
  • 2014 – 69,302 miles
  • 2013 – 67,695 miles
  • 2012 – 66,568 miles
  • 2011 – 64,294 miles
  • 2010 – 59,138 miles
  • 2009 – 53,296 miles
  • 2008 – 47,809 miles
  • 2007 – 42,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail85,509 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • OSF fog light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear exhaust mounting rubber missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail85,509 miles (+2,047)1 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,509 miles
    Test number
    344275797677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Near shock (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass83,462 miles (-480)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,462 miles
    Test number
    387898436013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOSF fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing

  3. Fail83,942 miles (+1,676)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,942 miles
    Test number
    365215291837
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOSF fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing

  4. Pass82,266 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,266 miles
    Test number
    184398898381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail82,266 miles (+481)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,266 miles
    Test number
    293852711211
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,785 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,785 miles
    Test number
    801681274162
    • AdvisoryNS and OS outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail81,785 miles (+887)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,785 miles
    Test number
    417465016701
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNS and OS outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber is broken

  8. Pass80,898 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    80,898 miles
    Test number
    702663407388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail80,898 miles (+2,333)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,898 miles
    Test number
    272022881042
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOSF bumper is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,565 miles (+154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,565 miles
    Test number
    347833098340
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail78,411 miles (+2,632)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,411 miles
    Test number
    182078830551
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass75,779 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    265476402527
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail75,777 miles (+2,197)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    514158545163
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass73,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,580 miles
    Test number
    862864515250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,580 miles (+2,377)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,580 miles
    Test number
    901458304583
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass71,203 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    507752875039
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail71,202 miles (+1,900)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,202 miles
    Test number
    846830575042
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass69,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,302 miles
    Test number
    385160174010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,302 miles (+1,607)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,302 miles
    Test number
    406890874095
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass67,695 miles (+1,127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    67,695 miles
    Test number
    707905063018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass66,568 miles (+2,274)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,568 miles
    Test number
    267119972020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass64,294 miles (+5,156)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,294 miles
    Test number
    297441681077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass59,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    493306270039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail59,138 miles (+5,842)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,138 miles
    Test number
    112526570490
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass53,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,296 miles
    Test number
    250029269005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,296 miles (+5,487)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,296 miles
    Test number
    904199769080
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass47,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,809 miles
    Test number
    810951378082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,809 miles (+5,310)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,809 miles
    Test number
    932591678053
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass42,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,499 miles
    Test number
    181725087498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail42,499 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,499 miles
    Test number
    592105387066
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Questions about S678 OGF

Does S678 OGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S678 OGF expired on 21 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S678 OGF?
The MOT on S678 OGF expired on 21 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S678 OGF done?
S678 OGF was recorded at 85,509 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2023, an average of 2,676 miles a year.
Has S678 OGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S678 OGF has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S678 OGF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S678 OGF find?
S678 OGF failed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near shock; nearside seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill, and 10 more.

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