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BN02 HHM

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,601 mi
Last recorded119,601 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 119,601 miles

corrosion and wear on brake discs

corrosion on underside of vehicle and exhaust

nearside front and rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Dec 2012 117,300 miles

corrosion on chassis

damage to nearside headlamp

rear brakes uneven

Fail 28 Dec 2012 117,300 miles

Nearside Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

corrosion on chassis

damage to nearside headlamp

rear brakes uneven

Pass 30 Dec 2011 113,021 miles

corrosion on bodywork

play in steering

Pass 21 Dec 2010 107,223 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/R Tyre warn on inner edge

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 21 Dec 2010 107,217 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/R Tyre warn on inner edge

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2009 101,393 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 101,388 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 92,783 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 87,775 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 87,775 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 75,274 miles

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

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 HHM is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HHM, 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 HHM registered?

BN02 HHM is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 April 2002.

Is BN02 HHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 HHM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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