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BJ51 XHL

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,432 mi
Last recorded61,432 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 XHL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 61,432 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 53,730 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 50,640 miles

various underbody corrosion

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front wings corroded but no sharp edges

rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 3 Mar 2016 50,620 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill within (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis cross member within (2.4.A.3)

both front wings corroded but no sharp edges

rear tyres worn on inner edge

various underbody corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2015 48,335 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 48,335 miles

Nearside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 45,240 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 42,526 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 39,381 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 35,936 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,169 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 30,112 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 27,159 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 25,101 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 22,219 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 18,407 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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BJ51 XHL is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BJ51 XHL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ51 XHL registered?

BJ51 XHL is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 November 2001.

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