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BK52 BWW

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,012 mi
Last recorded155,012 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 155,012 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 154,856 miles

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 139,771 miles

Corrosion on rear spring mounts and rear crossmember.Metal brake pipes starting to corroded .

Fail 24 Sep 2012 139,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Corrosion on rear spring mounts and rear crossmember.Metal brake pipes starting to corroded .

Pass 22 Sep 2011 127,126 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 114,872 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 114,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 101,618 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 87,405 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

all four tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Sep 2008 87,405 miles

all four tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 24 Sep 2007 72,193 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 58,530 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 BWW is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 BK52 BWW, 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 BK52 BWW registered?

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

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