No, R668 HEW is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R668 HEW?

The MOT for R668 HEW is valid and due for renewal on or before 24 June 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of R668 HEW?

The recorded mileage for R668 HEW is 92,901 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R668 HEW ULEZ compliant?

No, R668 HEW 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 · R668 HEW

R668 HEW

1998 Ford Escort (1.8L, diesel). First registered 01/01/1998. Recorded mileage 92,901 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 24/06/2009
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/08/2009)
Recorded Mileage: 92,901 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 24/06/2009

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/08/2009

Mileage: 92,901 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1753cc

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R668 HEW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 13/05/2009
92,901 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
32 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (13 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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! Older vehicle

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R668 HEW Mileage History

02/11/200548,294 mi
13/06/200757,957 mi+9,663 mi
25/06/200757,995 mi+38 mi
03/06/200883,856 mi+25,861 mi
13/05/200992,901 mi+9,045 mi

Average of roughly 12,651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R668 HEW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 13:03

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Escort (R668 HEW) between November 2005 and May 2009.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 May 2009 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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 disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”.

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