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DG02 OVH

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,200 mi
Last recorded135,200 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 OVH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 135,200 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 127,300 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes require further inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed as obstructing view (3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced very dry and scabby underside strongly recommend a good wire brush and wax oil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2019 127,300 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes require further inspection (1.1.11 (c))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed as obstructing view (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt installation causes a lap belt to be incorrectly positioned across the occupant (10.1 (u))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced very dry and scabby underside strongly recommend a good wire brush and wax oil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 120,546 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes require a good clean and grease further inspection strongly advised (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust as if vehicle has been stood (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 120,546 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes require a good clean and grease further inspection strongly advised (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust as if vehicle has been stood (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 111,742 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 110,929 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 108,349 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 102,179 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 99,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 95,910 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 91,661 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 89,811 miles

general surface corrosion to underside

nsr tyre slightly perished

unable to see brake discs and pads

Pass 7 Jul 2008 82,205 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 74,423 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 69,449 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 65,446 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 65,446 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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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DG02 OVH is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG02 OVH, 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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DG02 OVH is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 March 2002.

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