No, S485 GWW is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for S485 GWW?

The MOT for S485 GWW is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 September 2013.

What is the recorded mileage of S485 GWW?

The recorded mileage for S485 GWW is 2,545 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S485 GWW ULEZ compliant?

No, S485 GWW 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 KA 1.3L Petrol · S485 GWW

S485 GWW

1998 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/12/1998. Recorded mileage 2,545 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD KA
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 23/09/2013
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/10/2013)
Recorded Mileage: 2,545 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 23/09/2013

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/10/2013

Mileage: 2,545 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1299cc

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S485 GWW Key Findings

12 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 16/08/2013
2,545 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
15 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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S485 GWW Mileage History

01/12/200563,077 mi
12/12/200669,038 mi+5,961 mi
06/12/200778,219 mi+9,181 mi
05/12/200883,838 mi+5,619 mi
05/12/200883,838 mi
04/12/200989,970 mi+6,132 mi
18/09/201095,275 mi+5,305 mi
20/09/201095,276 mi+1 mi
17/09/201197,448 mi+2,172 mi
21/09/201299,707 mi+2,259 mi
24/09/201299,715 mi+8 mi
16/08/20132,545 mi-97,170 mi

Average of roughly -7,855 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

S485 GWW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 04:59

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

12 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Ka (S485 GWW) between December 2005 and August 2013.

The record contains 8 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 16 August 2013 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”; “Offside Inner Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”.

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