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BN02 HWO

2002 Ford Escort

Green Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

138,690 mi
Last recorded138,690 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 HWO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2013 138,690 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2013 138,690 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2012 121,299 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 103,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 103,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 99,418 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 88,222 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 88,222 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Fail 1 Aug 2006 68,865 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 68,865 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 49,032 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2005 49,031 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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 HWO is a 2002 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 HWO, 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 HWO registered?

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

Is BN02 HWO safe to buy?

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