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DK52 FSD

2002 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

159,073 mi
Last recorded159,073 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2010
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 FSD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 9 Mar 2010 159,073 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine Badly worn

Front Suspension Arms Worn and rsuty

Front brake disc's worn and rsuty

Front coil springs rusty

Large Water Leak in Vehcile

OIl Leak

Rear Brake Pipes rusty

Rear Brake compensator valve worn

Rear leaf springs worn and rusty

sump rusty

Pass 26 Aug 2009 151,038 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 126,853 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 126,853 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exahsut System Rusty

Oil Leak

Rust on front n and rear suspension components

Slight Play in Offside Front Strut Bearing

Pass 24 Aug 2007 93,608 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 67,239 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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DK52 FSD is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK52 FSD, 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 DK52 FSD registered?

DK52 FSD is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 9 October 2002.

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