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BG02 XMU

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,438 mi
Last recorded79,438 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Jul 2018 79,438 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside & nearside outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

wood panel fitted to rear floor unable to ascertain if metal behind corroded or split

Pass 29 Jun 2017 69,590 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 69,584 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

general surface corrosion to various areas

Fail 15 May 2017 69,361 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside center supplying nearside of vehicle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside center supplying offside of vehicle. (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Lower section of wing arch by cill (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Forward leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion Lower section of wing arch by cill (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer cill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Forward leaf spring mount (2.4.A.3)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 60,871 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 60,757 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near rear spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2015 58,054 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 54,826 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 51,541 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 48,787 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 46,135 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 43,581 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 43,581 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 40,996 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 40,996 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 34,809 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 31,407 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 27,857 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 XMU is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XMU, 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 XMU is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 July 2002.

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