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EJ51 VCD

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,517 mi
Last recorded41,517 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ51 VCD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2013 41,517 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,968 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,130 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 38,431 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 35,442 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 35,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 32,006 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 28,868 miles

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

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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EJ51 VCD is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 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 EJ51 VCD, 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 25 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 EJ51 VCD registered?

EJ51 VCD is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 October 2001.

Is EJ51 VCD safe to buy?

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