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EN51 WGZ

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

136,505 mi
Last recorded136,505 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 136,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

brake pedal anti slip rubber wearing thin

minor coolant leak

minor oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2016 136,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

brake pedal anti slip rubber wearing thin

minor coolant leak

minor oil leak

Pass 27 May 2015 133,296 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 126,679 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 126,677 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 123,453 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 119,170 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 119,170 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 116,090 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 114,226 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

offside front floor area damaged

Fail 12 Jan 2010 114,226 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

offside front floor area damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2008 109,798 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Jan 2008 101,332 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 86,685 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 70,121 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 WGZ is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WGZ, 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 WGZ registered?

EN51 WGZ is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is EN51 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN51 WGZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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