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EK02 OFE

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

33,457 mi
Last recorded33,457 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK02 OFE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 33,457 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 31,846 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 31,428 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 29,952 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 29,208 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 8 Apr 2022 29,208 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 29,072 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 29,072 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 28,626 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 28,009 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 28,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 27,498 miles

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

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

Pass 24 Mar 2016 26,795 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 26,795 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 25,855 miles

n/s/r tyre deteriorating

Pass 27 Mar 2014 24,998 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 24,998 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 23,640 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 23,640 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 22,413 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 22,413 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,032 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 19,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 17,983 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,176 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 13,796 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 11,488 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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EK02 OFE is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 EK02 OFE, 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 EK02 OFE registered?

EK02 OFE is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is EK02 OFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK02 OFE shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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