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DY02 KXP

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,364 mi
Last recorded87,364 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 87,364 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 84,217 miles

slight bind osf brake

Pass 26 May 2015 80,351 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 80,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Brake valve corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2014 76,583 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 72,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 67,957 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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)

staining on fuel tank/ possible fuel leak advise inspection asap

Pass 18 May 2011 63,687 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 59,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 54,388 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,238 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 42,248 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 35,664 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 KXP is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DY02 KXP, 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 KXP registered?

DY02 KXP is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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