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BN02 PXZ

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

122,143 mi
Last recorded122,143 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 122,143 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both outer sills corroded.

Pass 28 Jun 2013 106,864 miles

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

Front wipers poor condition

Nearside front tyre getting low

Offside front tyre getting low

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight body corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2012 94,631 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 89,940 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 84,027 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 84,027 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 78,134 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 78,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2008 73,118 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 73,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 66,541 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 66,539 miles

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

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

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

Some play in nearside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 31 Jul 2006 58,406 miles

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

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing.

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 PXZ 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 PXZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN02 PXZ registered?

BN02 PXZ is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is BN02 PXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 PXZ 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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