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CA51 FJJ

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,289 mi
Last recorded83,289 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 83,289 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 83,283 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 79,015 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 67,818 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 57,119 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 46,821 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 38,371 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 33,711 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 29,267 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 FJJ is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FJJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA51 FJJ registered?

CA51 FJJ is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 24 February 2002.

Is CA51 FJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA51 FJJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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