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BT51 UOD

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,746 mi
Last recorded60,746 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT51 UOD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 60,746 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 53,758 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,979 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 47,979 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 45,272 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 45,272 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 42,431 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 39,210 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 39,210 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 32,967 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 25,414 miles

o/s front lower wishbone bushs showing signs of bonding stress , check in 3 m0nths time

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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BT51 UOD is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 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 BT51 UOD, 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 25 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT51 UOD registered?

BT51 UOD is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 December 2001.

Is BT51 UOD safe to buy?

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