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BN02 BDV

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

227,684 mi
Last recorded227,684 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2011
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 BDV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2011 227,684 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 192,614 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 158,686 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2009 158,686 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2008 123,720 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 93,252 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 71,573 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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BN02 BDV is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BN02 BDV, 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 BN02 BDV registered?

BN02 BDV is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is BN02 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 BDV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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