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EU02 PLF

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

186,993 mi
Last recorded186,993 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 186,993 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 167,217 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 152,257 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 139,737 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 132,691 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 122,206 miles

1.OFFSIDE REAR SERVICE BRAKE LOW PERFORMANCE

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 104,493 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2006 100,253 miles

Age cracking to front suspension bushes

Exhaust system corroded

Handbrake cables corroding

Stone chips to windscreen

Fail 25 May 2006 100,253 miles

Age cracking to front suspension bushes

Exhaust system corroded

Handbrake cables corroding

Stone chips to windscreen

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 PLF is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EU02 PLF, 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 EU02 PLF registered?

EU02 PLF is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is EU02 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU02 PLF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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