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Ford Escort

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S83 YOGMOT history

S83 YOG is a blue petrol Ford Escort first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2025
Mileage
74,263 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 YOG
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
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 YOG was last recorded at 74,263 miles on 26 Sept 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,261 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 74,263 miles
  • 2023 – 66,222 miles
  • 2022 – 57,956 miles
  • 2021 – 53,951 miles
  • 2020 – 48,609 miles
  • 2019 – 46,899 miles
  • 2018 – 44,124 miles
  • 2014 – 43,458 miles
  • 2013 – 42,587 miles
  • 2012 – 41,739 miles
  • 2011 – 40,754 miles
  • 2010 – 39,398 miles
  • 2009 – 37,437 miles
  • 2008 – 35,469 miles
  • 2007 – 33,375 miles
  • 2006 – 31,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,263 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,263 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,263 miles
    Test number
    140995830045
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail74,261 miles (+8,039)6 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,261 miles
    Test number
    848712149206
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill within 30cm of subframe mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (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 Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced within 30cm of suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass66,222 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    66,222 miles
    Test number
    721396849360
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail66,211 miles (+8,255)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,211 miles
    Test number
    267659527434
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass57,956 miles (+4,005)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,956 miles
    Test number
    110005624108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass53,951 miles (+5,342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,951 miles
    Test number
    771296096490
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,609 miles (+1,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,609 miles
    Test number
    583682460042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,899 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,899 miles
    Test number
    184808504497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,124 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,124 miles
    Test number
    616835918779
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking on tread

  10. Pass43,458 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,458 miles
    Test number
    465922374231
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  11. Fail43,458 miles (+871)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,458 miles
    Test number
    938212774265
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  12. Pass42,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    589544573286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,587 miles (+848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    169853673282
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass41,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    377713682442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,739 miles (+985)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    976091162254
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSteering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass40,754 miles (+1,356)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,754 miles
    Test number
    435292561203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,398 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,398 miles
    Test number
    332904560264
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail39,373 miles (+1,936)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,373 miles
    Test number
    861769250275
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass37,437 miles (+1,968)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,437 miles
    Test number
    760098859280
    • NoteBoth sills starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  20. Pass35,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,469 miles
    Test number
    161439458265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail35,469 miles (+2,094)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,469 miles
    Test number
    512976758248
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass33,375 miles (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,375 miles
    Test number
    931506857277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,498 miles
    Test number
    200577456284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S83 YOG

Does S83 YOG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S83 YOG expired on 17 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S83 YOG?
The MOT on S83 YOG expired on 17 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S83 YOG done?
S83 YOG was recorded at 74,263 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2024, an average of 2,371 miles a year.
Has S83 YOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 YOG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S83 YOG 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 S83 YOG find?
S83 YOG passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2024 with 12 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside lower integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 9 more.

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