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BG51 PHK

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

202,646 mi
Last recorded202,646 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 PHK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 202,646 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 195,218 miles

O/S STEERING ARM HAS SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER JOINT

Fail 21 Oct 2010 195,218 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/S STEERING ARM HAS SLIGHT PLAY IN INNER JOINT

Pass 22 Oct 2009 191,241 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 191,241 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2008 174,996 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 139,517 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 139,517 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 108,568 miles

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

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

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

nyloc nuts fitted at middle box to down-pipe joint

slight play to O/S steering rack arm

Fail 29 Sep 2006 108,568 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

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

nyloc nuts fitted at middle box to down-pipe joint

slight play to O/S steering rack arm

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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BG51 PHK is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BG51 PHK, 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 BG51 PHK registered?

BG51 PHK is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is BG51 PHK safe to buy?

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