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BD51 NHM

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

101,299 mi
Last recorded101,299 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 NHM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 101,299 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 100,098 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 98,212 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 95,695 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 92,177 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 90,231 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 84,349 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 76,030 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 68,515 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 68,515 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 61,976 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 61,976 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2007 54,064 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 54,064 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 45,407 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 45,407 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2005 37,360 miles

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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BD51 NHM is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BD51 NHM, 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 BD51 NHM registered?

BD51 NHM is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is BD51 NHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 NHM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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