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EN51 VCG

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

123,889 mi
Last recorded123,889 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 VCG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 123,889 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 123,098 miles

both rear tyres out of shape

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 123,098 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres out of shape

Pass 13 Apr 2016 122,207 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 May 2015 121,146 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 May 2015 121,146 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 120,953 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 114,364 miles

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 107,827 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 100,571 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 91,882 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 82,888 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 75,283 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 68,756 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 60,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 51,664 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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EN51 VCG is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EN51 VCG, 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 EN51 VCG registered?

EN51 VCG is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is EN51 VCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN51 VCG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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