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EJ52 TDV

2002 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

4,190 mi
Last recorded4,190 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 TDV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 4,190 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 4,112 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 4,112 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working switch sticky (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2024 4,023 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 3,866 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 3,714 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 3,597 miles

Brake performance not tested brake hose split (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 3,531 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 2,925 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 2,769 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 1,254 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 1,251 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 1,053 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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EJ52 TDV is a 2002 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EJ52 TDV, 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 EJ52 TDV registered?

EJ52 TDV is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is EJ52 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ52 TDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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