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CA51 FJE

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,033 mi
Last recorded150,033 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA51 FJE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2014 150,033 miles

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

under-body surface corrosion on chassis,inner sills & rear suspension parts.

Pass 1 Feb 2013 148,065 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 148,055 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 145,465 miles

Coolant leak

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 145,465 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Coolant leak

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 129,685 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 114,047 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 102,544 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 91,427 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 77,692 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 63,805 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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CA51 FJE is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CA51 FJE, 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 CA51 FJE registered?

CA51 FJE is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is CA51 FJE safe to buy?

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