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BN02 HFV

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,963 mi
Last recorded138,963 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 138,963 miles

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

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

Oil leak

corroded rear crossmember

corrosion in nearside rear wheel arch

Pass 25 Nov 2013 138,020 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 136,101 miles

rear crossmember holed

Fail 27 Jul 2012 136,096 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

rear crossmember holed

Pass 27 Jul 2011 131,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 125,048 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 113,819 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 99,650 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 99,650 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 88,559 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 66,844 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 66,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2005 47,707 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 HFV 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 BN02 HFV, 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 HFV registered?

BN02 HFV is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is BN02 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 HFV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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