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B17 ASL

2001 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,978 mi
Last recorded81,978 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 ASL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 81,978 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside rear brake slight bind

Pass 13 Aug 2014 81,176 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 80,035 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both wiper blades split

Pass 23 Aug 2012 78,806 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 77,543 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 55,372 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 71,909 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 66,593 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 66,592 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Aug 2007 61,426 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 61,426 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 55,656 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 55,656 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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B17 ASL is a 2001 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B17 ASL, 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.

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What year was B17 ASL registered?

B17 ASL is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 February 2001.

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