No, S201 XHE is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for S201 XHE?

The MOT for S201 XHE is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 February 2010.

What is the recorded mileage of S201 XHE?

The recorded mileage for S201 XHE is 72,698 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S201 XHE ULEZ compliant?

No, S201 XHE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Ford Escort 1.8L Diesel · S201 XHE

S201 XHE

1998 Ford Escort (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01/11/1998. Recorded mileage 72,698 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 19/02/2010
Road Tax: Untaxed (03/04/2009)
Recorded Mileage: 72,698 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 19/02/2010

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 03/04/2009

Mileage: 72,698 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1753cc

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S201 XHE Key Findings

3 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2009
72,698 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! No MOT history found

! Older vehicle

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S201 XHE Mileage History

05/03/200747,797 mi
20/02/200972,698 mi+24,901 mi
20/02/200972,698 mi

Average of roughly 12,669 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

S201 XHE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 13:10

MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Escort (S201 XHE) between March 2007 and February 2009.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 20 February 2009 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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