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BV02 CZH

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,724 mi
Last recorded82,724 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 CZH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 82,724 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security surface corrosion under all vehicle (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 May 2017 78,488 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 78,488 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 73,317 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2015 68,758 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 62,901 miles

rear silencer corroded

Fail 24 Mar 2014 62,901 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2013 57,092 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 50,378 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 42,926 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 42,741 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 42,741 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2009 42,234 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 40,138 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 37,525 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 34,290 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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BV02 CZH is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BV02 CZH, 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 BV02 CZH registered?

BV02 CZH is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BV02 CZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV02 CZH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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