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DY02 KXL

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,953 mi
Last recorded118,953 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 KXL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 118,953 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 117,121 miles

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

advise all over underside corrosion

Pass 12 May 2015 114,848 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 112,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 102,687 miles

corrosion offside sill

Pass 5 Apr 2012 100,857 miles

nearside front and offside rear tyre treads nearing legal limit

offside outer sill panel starting to corrode

slight play in steering rack on offside

Pass 20 Apr 2011 99,003 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake discs getting thin.

Fail 18 Apr 2011 99,000 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake discs getting thin.

Pass 3 Apr 2010 96,591 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2009 92,048 miles

Exhaust rear silencer slightly corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Slight distortion and perishing of nearside rear tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2009 92,048 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust rear silencer slightly corroded

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Slight distortion and perishing of nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Apr 2008 77,565 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 71,257 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 71,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 61,361 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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DY02 KXL is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DY02 KXL, 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 DY02 KXL registered?

DY02 KXL is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 April 2002.

Is DY02 KXL safe to buy?

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