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BW51 HFG

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

174,774 mi
Last recorded174,774 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 HFG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Apr 2013 174,774 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 174,774 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 169,940 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 167,696 miles

front brake discs pitted

front no plate damaged

play in offside of steering rack

Pass 12 Jun 2008 167,696 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

unable to see front brake pads

Fail 11 Jun 2008 167,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

unable to see front brake pads

Pass 2 Feb 2007 164,301 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 157,397 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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BW51 HFG is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW51 HFG, 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 BW51 HFG registered?

BW51 HFG is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 February 2002.

Is BW51 HFG safe to buy?

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