MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,200 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
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)
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)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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)
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)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
general surface corrosion to underside
nsr tyre slightly perished
unable to see brake discs and pads
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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What year was DG02 OVH registered?
DG02 OVH is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 March 2002.
Is DG02 OVH safe to buy?
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