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BG02 XMC

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,091 mi
Last recorded136,091 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 136,091 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine oil leak

fuel tank rusty

Pass 29 May 2014 127,617 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 110,533 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 102,220 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 102,220 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Leaf spring eye defective (shackle) (2.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 91,946 miles

surface corrosion to rear shocker mounts

Fail 3 Jun 2011 91,940 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

surface corrosion to rear shocker mounts

Pass 25 Sep 2010 85,984 miles

Battery insecure

front to rear brake pipes are rusted

o/s/f tyre is on the tread wear indicators

oil leak on the engine

power steering low pressure pipe has slight leak,pipe has tape on it.

Fail 20 Sep 2010 85,708 miles

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

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Battery insecure

front to rear brake pipes are rusted

o/s/f tyre is on the tread wear indicators

oil leak on the engine

power steering low pressure pipe has slight leak,pipe has tape on it.

Pass 1 May 2009 67,184 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 54,297 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2008 54,297 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 41,143 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 26,927 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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BG02 XMC is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XMC, 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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BG02 XMC is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 July 2002.

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