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EU51 PYB

2001 Ford Escort

Yellow Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,223 mi
Last recorded116,223 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 PYB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 116,223 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 116,222 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 110,461 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 110,461 miles

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 102,931 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 102,841 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 92,080 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 82,485 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 73,761 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 63,485 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 51,320 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 41,495 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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EU51 PYB is a 2001 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 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 EU51 PYB, 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 25 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EU51 PYB?

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What year was EU51 PYB registered?

EU51 PYB is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 November 2001.

Is EU51 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU51 PYB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EU51 PYB have outstanding finance?

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