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AM02 PXU

2001 Ford Escape

Gold Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

215,129 mi
Last recorded215,129 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Escape87,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 PXU
MakeFord
ModelEscape
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2017 215,129 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 214,129 miles

Offside Steering tie rod has slight play

Pass 5 May 2015 208,056 miles

O/S/F Steering tie rod have excessive play

Pass 1 Mar 2014 195,662 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 179,717 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 164,800 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2011 162,510 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2011 162,454 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

n s reflecter damaged 50% remaning

o s link rod rubbers split

signs of dampness around brake master cylinder and servo

Pass 2 Dec 2010 147,022 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 129,188 miles

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

Oil leak

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

offside front steering arm has slight play

Pass 12 Feb 2009 114,433 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escape?

Based on 2,747 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
8,941
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 42
fog lamp not working 38
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
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AM02 PXU is a 2001 Ford Escape in Gold with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escape models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 87,612 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escape fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM02 PXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escape typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Escape is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM02 PXU registered?

AM02 PXU is a 2001 Ford Escape, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is AM02 PXU safe to buy?

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