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BU52 UME

2002 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

42,153 mi
Last recorded42,153 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 UME
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015 42,153 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Rear both spring mounts corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2014 40,532 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

both rear spring mounts corroded slightly

Pass 7 Nov 2013 38,741 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 37,105 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 37,102 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 35,094 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 35,091 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 32,583 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 30,178 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 30,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2008 26,750 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 26,747 miles

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 22,650 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 22,650 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 18,290 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 14,263 miles

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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BU52 UME is a 2002 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BU52 UME, 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 BU52 UME registered?

BU52 UME is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 October 2002.

Is BU52 UME safe to buy?

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