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DS02 VNZ

2002 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,610 mi
Last recorded99,610 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 VNZ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2016 99,610 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 83,512 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 66,102 miles

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

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

exhaust system heavily corroded in places

Pass 30 Jul 2013 50,654 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 37,815 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 21,899 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 14,546 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 13,848 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 10,992 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 9,446 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 7,191 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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DS02 VNZ is a 2002 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DS02 VNZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS02 VNZ registered?

DS02 VNZ is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is DS02 VNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS02 VNZ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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