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BN02 HWR

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

144,516 mi
Last recorded144,516 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 144,516 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 136,660 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 136,660 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Fail 21 Jan 2015 127,838 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2015 127,838 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 118,763 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2014 118,763 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 110,989 miles

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

o/s/f tyre outter wall perishing

Pass 14 Jun 2011 106,203 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 101,255 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 104,388 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2006 80,889 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 May 2006 80,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 HWR 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 69.2%.

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 HWR, 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 HWR registered?

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

Is BN02 HWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 HWR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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