JIA755 - FORD ESCORT
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The Ford Escort, a renowned compact car produced by the American manufacturer Ford, has cemented its place in automotive history since its debut. Known for its reliability and practicality, the Escort has been a popular choice across various markets, often referred to simply as the Escort or Ford Escort model. Introduced in 1968, the vehicle was designed to offer affordable mobility with a focus on efficiency and ease of driving. Over the years, the Escort has evolved through multiple generations, featuring a range of petrol and diesel engines, compact dimensions, and user-friendly handling. Its reputation for durability and straightforward design makes it a notable option for those seeking a dependable, everyday vehicle. The Ford Escort remains a significant model in Ford’s lineup, appreciated for its simplicity and enduring appeal.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 13 MOT tests
This is a 1989 Ford Escort, registration JIA755, first registered in February 1989. The vehicle has a black exterior and is powered by a 1597cc petrol engine. Its current mileage is 42,016 miles. The car's MOT expired in March 2013, with the latest test conducted in March 2012. Advisory notes included slight play in the offside inner track rod end ball joint, a damaged dust cover on the nearside front suspension arm ball joint, and an insecure battery. The vehicle is currently SORN and not taxed. No information on CO2 emissions or current MOT status beyond the expiry date is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
13
Passed Tests
6
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 23 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,016 mi
Expires: 22 March 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 12 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,011 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- Advisory Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed - 28 February 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,008 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- Advisory Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 25 June 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,276 mi
Expires: 24 June 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
- Advisory Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Failed - 15 May 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 39,262 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- Major Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Major Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- Major Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
- Major Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
- Major Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
- Major Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
- Major Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Emissions not tested (7.0)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
Passed - 30 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,036 mi
Expires: 29 April 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed - 28 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 74,036 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
- Major Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
- Major Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
- Major Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Passed - 29 April 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,674 mi
Expires: 28 April 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
Failed - 16 April 2008 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,673 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)
- Major Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed - 13 April 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,684 mi
Expires: 18 April 2008
Failed - 03 April 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,684 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
- Major Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Passed - 19 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,177 mi
Expires: 18 April 2007
Failed - 08 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,153 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Major Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for JIA755?
The MOT expires on 22 March 2013.
What is the tax status of JIA755?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of JIA755?
This is a 1989 FORD ESCORT in Black. It runs on Petrol with a 1597cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of JIA755?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.