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BG52 UZJ

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

143,025 mi
Last recorded143,025 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 UZJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 143,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked all over sidewall

exhaust corrosion

Pass 17 Oct 2014 138,986 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 138,898 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 130,423 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2013 130,423 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 118,778 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 116,243 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 116,243 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 112,327 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 112,327 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 107,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 107,831 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 102,125 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 102,125 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 92,791 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 92,791 miles

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

FRONT AND G/BOX REAR ENGINE MOUNTINGS DEFECTIVE

Pass 28 Nov 2006 71,058 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine/ gearbox mounts worn

Fail 27 Nov 2006 71,056 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Engine/Gearbox mounts feel slack

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 61,911 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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BG52 UZJ is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 BG52 UZJ, 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 BG52 UZJ registered?

BG52 UZJ is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 December 2002.

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