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Ford Escort

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,597 cc

T311 JLKMOT history

T311 JLK is a red petrol Ford Escort first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 52,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
52,577 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T311 JLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,597 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T311 JLK was last recorded at 52,577 miles on 3 May 2024, 5,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,138 miles · 15 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,439 miles
Average per year
1,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 52,577 miles
  • 2021 – 47,138 miles
  • 2020 – 39,058 miles
  • 2013 – 38,552 miles
  • 2012 – 37,866 miles
  • 2011 – 35,827 miles
  • 2010 – 33,125 miles
  • 2009 – 31,953 miles
  • 2008 – 30,888 miles
  • 2007 – 29,838 miles
  • 2006 – 28,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,577 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySills corroded

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,577 miles (+5,439)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    52,577 miles
    Test number
    644694327355
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySills corroded
  2. Pass47,138 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    47,138 miles
    Test number
    957547825505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail46,978 miles (+7,920)2 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,978 miles
    Test number
    855838181652
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass39,058 miles (+506)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    39,058 miles
    Test number
    789863125108
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill corroded
  5. Pass38,552 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,552 miles
    Test number
    587088463036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  6. Fail38,538 miles (+672)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,538 miles
    Test number
    249724163015
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  7. Pass37,866 miles (+2,039)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,866 miles
    Test number
    785616062067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass35,827 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    35,827 miles
    Test number
    349256271016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail35,820 miles (+2,695)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,820 miles
    Test number
    958115171013
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNsf tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge close to legal limit +small cut on inner side wall not to excess
  10. Pass33,125 miles (+1,172)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,125 miles
    Test number
    790101270041
    • NoteNsr and osr tyres have cuts in inner side walls
    • NoteOsr chassis rail corroding
  11. Pass31,953 miles (+1,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,953 miles
    Test number
    103309169499
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
  12. Pass30,888 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,888 miles
    Test number
    661070288024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,882 miles (+1,044)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,882 miles
    Test number
    852358178058
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
  14. Pass29,838 miles (+1,782)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,838 miles
    Test number
    941832987094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,056 miles
    Test number
    152495976033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T311 JLK

Does T311 JLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T311 JLK expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T311 JLK?
The MOT on T311 JLK expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T311 JLK done?
T311 JLK was recorded at 52,577 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 1,352 miles a year.
Has T311 JLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T311 JLK has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2021.
Has the mileage on T311 JLK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T311 JLK find?
T311 JLK passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with 4 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear; rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both, and 1 more.

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