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CU02 ERY

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

126,261 mi
Last recorded126,261 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU02 ERY
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 126,261 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 118,707 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 118,707 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2016 118,577 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 111,460 miles

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

a.r.b bushes slightly worn

Pass 21 Feb 2014 103,476 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 99,187 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 97,651 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 94,260 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 90,922 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 87,331 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 83,874 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2007 80,319 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 76,169 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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CU02 ERY is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CU02 ERY, 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 CU02 ERY registered?

CU02 ERY is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is CU02 ERY safe to buy?

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