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BN02 HEU

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,746 mi
Last recorded120,746 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 120,746 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear crossmember heavily undersealed

Fail 11 Jul 2016 120,745 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering crossmember (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering crossmember (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 117,327 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

both outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2014 113,639 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 24 Mar 2014 113,627 miles

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

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

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Apr 2013 109,885 miles

o/s n/s rear tyres wearing uneven

slight corrossion on all brake pipes

Pass 24 Mar 2012 106,056 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 94,093 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 77,933 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 66,930 miles

both main run brake pipes showing first signs of corrosion

Pass 2 Apr 2008 59,667 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 49,396 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 34,801 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 HEU 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 84.6%.

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 HEU, 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 BN02 HEU registered?

BN02 HEU is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is BN02 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 HEU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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