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EU02 NZM

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

164,458 mi
Last recorded164,458 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU02 NZM
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2017 164,458 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Shock absorber (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to back (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 161,766 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area modified, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2016 161,058 miles

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sills both sides (5.2.6)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member both sides (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides of vehicle (8.2.2)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. nearside odd size to rest on vehicle (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front tyre tread worn down to limit (advise replacement)

Offside of front bumper skin in poor damaged condition

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

Spare wheel missing from carrier under rear of vehicle

Pass 23 Nov 2015 142,742 miles

Both rear leaf spring front mount hangers starting to rust slightly

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 134,379 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front tyre perished

Fail 20 Sep 2014 134,224 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 120,114 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

fuel pump damp but not leaking at time of test

Pass 18 Apr 2012 114,301 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 107,027 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 107,027 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 80,649 miles

Front bumper cracked

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

Fail 6 Apr 2010 80,649 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front bumper cracked

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 60,665 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 40,228 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 40,228 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 34,602 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 29,023 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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EU02 NZM is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EU02 NZM, 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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EU02 NZM is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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