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Ford Escort

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T235 HJWMOT history

T235 HJW is a grey diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 36,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2024
Mileage
36,079 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T235 HJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T235 HJW was last recorded at 36,079 miles on 15 Apr 2024, 1,945 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jun 2015: 1,993 miles, lower than 95,292 miles on 17 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
34,134 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
1,945 miles
Average per year
161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 36,079 miles
  • 2023 – 34,134 miles
  • 2022 – 26,567 miles
  • 2021 – 23,904 miles
  • 2020 – 19,380 miles
  • 2019 – 19,346 miles
  • 2017 – 15,386 miles
  • 2016 – 8,525 miles
  • 2015 – 1,994 miles
  • 2014 – 95,292 miles
  • 2013 – 88,641 miles
  • 2012 – 82,707 miles
  • 2011 – 77,044 miles
  • 2010 – 70,270 miles
  • 2009 – 63,620 miles
  • 2008 – 56,392 miles
  • 2007 – 48,198 miles
  • 2006 – 41,051 miles
  • 2005 – 33,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,079 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe from front of vehicle going over the fuel tank to the brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe from front of vehicle going over the fuel tank to the brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in chassis within 30cm of spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting within 30cm of rear spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole within 20cm of shock mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting with in 20cm of offside rear spring mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in sill within 30cm of seat mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi going across rear sub frame to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi going across rear sub frame to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,079 miles (+1,945)2 dangerous14 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    902737958615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe from front of vehicle going over the fuel tank to the brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe from front of vehicle going over the fuel tank to the brake compensator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in chassis within 30cm of spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting within 30cm of rear spring hanger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole within 20cm of shock mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting with in 20cm of offside rear spring mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in sill within 30cm of seat mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from compensator to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi going across rear sub frame to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi going across rear sub frame to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass34,134 miles (+7,567)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    34,134 miles
    Test number
    150153913291
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass26,567 miles (+2,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    26,567 miles
    Test number
    369207510441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed

  4. Pass23,904 miles (+4,524)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    23,904 miles
    Test number
    762743248946
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on and above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass19,380 miles (+34)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    19,380 miles
    Test number
    651023070361
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail19,346 miles (+3,960)1 dangerous20 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,346 miles
    Test number
    168529652624
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryCam belt cover loose bolts missing

  7. Pass15,386 miles (+49)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    15,386 miles
    Test number
    379401481256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  8. Fail15,337 miles (+6,812)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,337 miles
    Test number
    630118406670
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  9. Pass8,525 miles (+6,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    8,525 miles
    Test number
    730652690107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass1,994 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    1,994 miles
    Test number
    266386165106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail1,993 miles (-93,299)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,993 miles
    Test number
    857243665112
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass95,292 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    895888264183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,273 miles (+6,632)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,273 miles
    Test number
    677567264190
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass88,641 miles (+5,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,641 miles
    Test number
    818076863153
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

  15. Pass82,707 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    82,707 miles
    Test number
    278522272100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,636 miles (+5,592)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,636 miles
    Test number
    935888162138
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  17. Pass77,044 miles (+6,774)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    77,044 miles
    Test number
    207578071159
    • NoteBoth rear shocker mounts rusty

  18. Pass70,270 miles (+6,650)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    70,270 miles
    Test number
    140073460106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,620 miles (+7,228)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,620 miles
    Test number
    503703069175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,392 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    280634068193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    48,198 miles
    Test number
    414399357199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail48,198 miles (+7,147)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,198 miles
    Test number
    572849957107
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass41,051 miles (+8,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,051 miles
    Test number
    173143976168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass33,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    33,046 miles
    Test number
    490009565141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T235 HJW

Does T235 HJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T235 HJW expired on 13 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T235 HJW?
The MOT on T235 HJW expired on 13 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T235 HJW done?
T235 HJW was recorded at 36,079 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2024, an average of 161 miles a year.
Has T235 HJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T235 HJW has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T235 HJW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T235 HJW find?
T235 HJW failed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 14 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cords; brake pipe excessively corroded pipe from front of vehicle going over the fuel tank to the brake compensator, and 17 more.

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