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AV51 ZVX

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

190,852 mi
Last recorded190,852 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 ZVX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 190,852 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded but not leaking

Fail 8 Jul 2014 190,852 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

exhaust corroded but not leaking

Pass 17 Jul 2013 184,367 miles

all rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

bonnet pull handle missing but cable still present and working effectivly to allow access to engine compartment

Pass 21 Jul 2012 180,834 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 180,828 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 177,715 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 171,452 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2010 171,450 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 164,156 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 153,700 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 153,700 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 141,249 miles

noise from n/s/f hub/gearbox area

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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AV51 ZVX is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 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 AV51 ZVX, 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 25 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV51 ZVX registered?

AV51 ZVX is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 November 2001.

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The MOT history for AV51 ZVX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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