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BN02 BYD

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

160,811 mi
Last recorded160,811 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 160,811 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 156,958 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 150,500 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 150,497 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 146,783 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 146,719 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 142,536 miles

Both rear innersills & spring mounts corroded

Front brake discs corroded

N/s handbrake slight low reading

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

Fail 22 Mar 2017 142,536 miles

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

Both rear innersills & spring mounts corroded

Front brake discs corroded

N/s handbrake slight low reading

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 138,200 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 133,703 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 128,242 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 122,842 miles

exhaust rear & centre systems corroded & repaired

Pass 16 Apr 2012 116,803 miles

exhaust rear system corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2011 109,328 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 100,853 miles

slight bind n/s/r brake not excessive

Pass 27 Apr 2009 86,588 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 75,929 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 75,929 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 63,117 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 51,183 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 BYD is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BYD, 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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BN02 BYD is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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