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BK52 BLV

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

200,132 mi
Last recorded200,132 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK52 BLV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 200,132 miles

Slight corrosion in both rear shock absorber top mounts

Fail 1 Oct 2015 215,403 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shock mount area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 165/80R13 (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking Rack/ pipe/seal? (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 207,338 miles

Blow from front pipe of exhaust

Both n/s and o/s sills corroded

Oil leak

Steering rack damp, no leak found at time of test.

Pass 27 Sep 2013 195,264 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Steering rack damp with oil.

Pass 25 Sep 2012 179,429 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 179,429 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

inner edge of nearside rear tyre worn

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 1 Sep 2011 150,501 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 130,421 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 130,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 116,625 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 116,625 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 102,865 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 81,516 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 66,953 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 53,232 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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BK52 BLV is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BK52 BLV, 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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BK52 BLV is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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