Yes, S217 AFW is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 May 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for S217 AFW?

The MOT for S217 AFW is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of S217 AFW?

The recorded mileage for S217 AFW is 36,282 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S217 AFW ULEZ compliant?

No, S217 AFW 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

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1998 Ford Escort 1.8L Petrol · S217 AFW

S217 AFW

1998 Ford Escort (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1998. Recorded mileage 36,282 miles. MOT valid until 15/07/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model: FORD ESCORT
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 15/07/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 36,282 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 15/07/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/05/2027

Mileage: 36,282 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1796cc

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S217 AFW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
36,282 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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S217 AFW Mileage History

06/07/202317,327 mi
05/07/202422,994 mi+5,667 mi
16/07/202530,298 mi+7,304 mi
13/07/202636,282 mi+5,984 mi
13/07/202636,282 mi

Average of roughly 6,276 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

S217 AFW MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 31 Aug 2026, 18:06

MOT Analysis

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

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Ford Escort (S217 AFW) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 July 2026 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: Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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