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BG02 HJD

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

105,019 mi
Last recorded105,019 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 HJD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 105,019 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front brake discs in poor condition

rear silencer rusted

wipers in poor condition

Pass 28 Feb 2013 102,373 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 102,373 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 90,101 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 90,093 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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)

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 80,640 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 67,531 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

could do with pair of wiper blades

Fail 25 Nov 2008 60,175 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 60,175 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 53,043 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 49,455 miles

no sparewheel fitted in carrier

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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BG02 HJD is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 88,294 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 BG02 HJD, 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 24 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG02 HJD registered?

BG02 HJD is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is BG02 HJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 HJD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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