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BL51 OZK

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

119,354 mi
Last recorded119,354 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 OZK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 119,354 miles

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 114,680 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2014 114,680 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 114,205 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 112,984 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 111,345 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 111,345 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 109,157 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 106,574 miles

slight surface corrosion to some parts of under vehicle

Pass 31 Jan 2008 102,704 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 97,177 miles

brake pipes been cleaned and greased

Pass 25 Jan 2006 92,036 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 92,018 miles

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

spare tyre deflated

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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BL51 OZK is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BL51 OZK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL51 OZK registered?

BL51 OZK is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 January 2002.

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