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CX02 VEB

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

129,498 mi
Last recorded129,498 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX02 VEB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2014 129,498 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 121,809 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 121,809 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 115,340 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 109,828 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 101,026 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 92,987 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 11 Mar 2008 86,362 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 77,788 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 77,788 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 68,159 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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CX02 VEB 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 CX02 VEB, 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 CX02 VEB registered?

CX02 VEB is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is CX02 VEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX02 VEB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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