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Ford Escort

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T359 HJWMOT history

T359 HJW is a grey diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 38,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
38,261 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 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 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T359 HJW was last recorded at 38,261 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 3,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2019: 2,127 miles, lower than 95,060 miles on 5 Sept 2018.

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
34,391 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,261 miles
  • 2025 – 34,391 miles
  • 2024 – 32,365 miles
  • 2023 – 27,402 miles
  • 2022 – 24,089 miles
  • 2021 – 16,986 miles
  • 2020 – 9,408 miles
  • 2019 – 2,192 miles
  • 2018 – 95,060 miles
  • 2017 – 91,348 miles
  • 2015 – 86,551 miles
  • 2014 – 80,044 miles
  • 2013 – 76,110 miles
  • 2012 – 75,668 miles
  • 2011 – 70,775 miles
  • 2010 – 68,199 miles
  • 2009 – 63,870 miles
  • 2008 – 59,340 miles
  • 2007 – 55,230 miles
  • 2006 – 50,929 miles
  • 2005 – 47,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail38,261 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassi marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chaasi marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail38,261 miles (+3,870)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,261 miles
    Test number
    173147730562
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassi marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chaasi marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass34,391 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    34,391 miles
    Test number
    638408398539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail34,369 miles (+2,004)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,369 miles
    Test number
    447462098237
    • MajorBrake valve leaking brake compensator valve (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass32,365 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    258297544644
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail32,365 miles (+4,963)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    745423996443
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass27,402 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    27,402 miles
    Test number
    568807529639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,089 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    24,089 miles
    Test number
    107114178574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail24,067 miles (+7,081)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,067 miles
    Test number
    722554012644
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill . (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure front near radiator. (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass16,986 miles (+7,578)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    16,986 miles
    Test number
    645109828782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass9,408 miles (+7,216)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    9,408 miles
    Test number
    237413029537
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass2,192 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    2,192 miles
    Test number
    980832575258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail2,127 miles (-92,933)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,127 miles
    Test number
    622103402185
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass95,060 miles (+3,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    95,060 miles
    Test number
    102319959207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass91,348 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,348 miles
    Test number
    858956547959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,346 miles (+69)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,346 miles
    Test number
    219944423938
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

  16. Fail91,277 miles (+4,726)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,277 miles
    Test number
    351253347281
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front and rear mounts (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded At floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Front mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded At sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody rusted.

  17. Pass86,551 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,551 miles
    Test number
    469147556894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,324 miles (+6,280)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,324 miles
    Test number
    907984065956
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassie has corrosionnear to fix spring hanger. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear fix spring hanger has corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is near to 1.6 mm. advise a tracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear spring hanger has corrosion. (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass80,044 miles (+3,934)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,044 miles
    Test number
    339086394140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,110 miles
    Test number
    306627673118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,110 miles (+442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,110 miles
    Test number
    136336663140
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail75,668 miles (+4,893)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,668 miles
    Test number
    449927602436
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass70,775 miles (+2,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    70,775 miles
    Test number
    386207021326
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass68,199 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,199 miles
    Test number
    490006520471
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail67,982 miles (+4,112)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,982 miles
    Test number
    381874050400
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass63,870 miles (+4,530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,870 miles
    Test number
    362744859433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  27. Pass59,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,340 miles
    Test number
    953177258207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail59,340 miles (+4,110)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,340 miles
    Test number
    373399548269
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  29. Pass55,230 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    55,230 miles
    Test number
    313318247439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass50,929 miles (+3,756)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,929 miles
    Test number
    440739546246
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  31. Pass47,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,173 miles
    Test number
    620825255216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail47,173 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,173 miles
    Test number
    590233355258
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Questions about T359 HJW

Does T359 HJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T359 HJW expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T359 HJW?
The MOT on T359 HJW expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T359 HJW done?
T359 HJW was recorded at 38,261 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026.
Has T359 HJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 HJW has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T359 HJW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T359 HJW find?
T359 HJW failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassi marked in yellow; offside front headlamp not working on main beam; offside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked in yellow, and 3 more.

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