Ford logo

Ford Escort

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,753 cc

T931 JOAMOT history

T931 JOA is a white diesel Ford Escort first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 47,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jun 2023
Mileage
47,906 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
463 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T931 JOA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T931 JOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Escort
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,753 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T931 JOA was last recorded at 47,906 miles on 22 Jun 2022, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2016: 14,252 miles, lower than 90,887 miles on 26 Mar 2015.

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
47,887 miles · 28 May 2022
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 47,906 miles
  • 2021 – 41,278 miles
  • 2019 – 37,114 miles
  • 2018 – 21,508 miles
  • 2017 – 21,207 miles
  • 2016 – 14,542 miles
  • 2015 – 90,887 miles
  • 2014 – 78,188 miles
  • 2013 – 73,501 miles
  • 2012 – 69,856 miles
  • 2011 – 63,881 miles
  • 2010 – 57,559 miles
  • 2008 – 54,974 miles
  • 2007 – 49,219 miles
  • 2006 – 45,942 miles
  • 2005 – 40,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,906 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch / wing area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Underbody has been weld repaired and undersealed

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,906 miles (+19)3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    47,906 miles
    Test number
    817377613706
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel arch / wing area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Underbody has been weld repaired and undersealed
  2. Fail47,887 miles (+6,609)3 dangerous11 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,887 miles
    Test number
    400218825156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced very end (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding nearside/offside (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced leaf spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced leaf spring mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust: silencer pilling of
  3. Pass41,278 miles (+4,164)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    41,278 miles
    Test number
    681007331805
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily under sealed
  4. Pass37,114 miles (+15,606)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,114 miles
    Test number
    859178822172
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust poor condition
  5. Pass21,508 miles (+301)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    21,508 miles
    Test number
    472322730552
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges of tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on edges of tread
  6. Pass21,207 miles (+6,665)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    21,207 miles
    Test number
    727128566323
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both rear to load sensing valve and both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint BOTH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOsf front brake binding slightly
  7. Pass14,542 miles (+290)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    14,542 miles
    Test number
    494330406434
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch siezed
    • AdvisorySills and rear spring mountings corroded
  8. Fail14,252 miles (-76,635)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,252 miles
    Test number
    976244601887
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded behind brake compensator mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch siezed
    • AdvisorySills and rear spring mountings corroded
  9. Pass90,887 miles (+12,699)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,887 miles
    Test number
    688295385039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s wiper in poor condition
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both rear chassis rails
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear exhaust
  10. Pass78,188 miles (+4,687)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    78,188 miles
    Test number
    205845084097
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder body corrosion
  11. Pass73,501 miles (+3,645)9 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    73,501 miles
    Test number
    625708183059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake imbalance high at 21% limit is 25%
    • NoteOffside engine mount rubber bush deteriated
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriated
    • NoteWipers starting to smear
  12. Pass69,856 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    399284282041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,826 miles (+5,945)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    476803382085
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass63,881 miles (+6,322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,881 miles
    Test number
    505463951037
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
  15. Pass57,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,559 miles
    Test number
    482053830065
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  16. Fail57,559 miles (+2,585)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,559 miles
    Test number
    633539420001
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  17. Pass54,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,974 miles
    Test number
    764115948384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,974 miles (+5,755)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,974 miles
    Test number
    130505948371
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
  19. Pass49,219 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    49,219 miles
    Test number
    683436127374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,942 miles
    Test number
    600383836386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,942 miles (+5,702)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,942 miles
    Test number
    543093736376
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass40,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    40,240 miles
    Test number
    410054035473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T931 JOA

Does T931 JOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T931 JOA expired on 21 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T931 JOA?
The MOT on T931 JOA expired on 21 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T931 JOA done?
T931 JOA was recorded at 47,906 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2022, an average of 463 miles a year.
Has T931 JOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T931 JOA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T931 JOA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T931 JOA find?
T931 JOA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2022 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 11 more.

Browse all T931 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.