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AK02 UZB

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,992 mi
Last recorded142,992 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 UZB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 142,992 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 135,580 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 127,414 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 118,600 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 108,272 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 108,252 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 98,912 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Jan 2010 98,912 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 95,683 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 84,400 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 80,866 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 55,842 miles

advise rear offside tyre wearing out of shape.

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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AK02 UZB is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 88,294 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK02 UZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK02 UZB registered?

AK02 UZB is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 2002.

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