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AM51 TDU

2002 Ford Escape

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,823 mi
Last recorded115,823 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 2002 Ford Escape82,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 TDU
MakeFord
ModelEscape
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 115,823 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 104,836 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 104,836 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 14 May 2009 99,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 May 2008 89,263 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 May 2008 89,263 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 80,761 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AM51 TDU is a 2002 Ford Escape in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2002 Ford Escape models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 82,256 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM51 TDU, 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 24 years old, this Ford Escape is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AM51 TDU?

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What year was AM51 TDU registered?

AM51 TDU is a 2002 Ford Escape, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AM51 TDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 TDU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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