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EX51 WZY

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,246 mi
Last recorded71,246 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 WZY
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2026 71,246 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 70,475 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 69,506 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 67,491 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 66,455 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 65,493 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 64,816 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 64,080 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 62,927 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 61,105 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 59,153 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 56,548 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 53,689 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 50,077 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 47,292 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 43,973 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 40,211 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 34,815 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 29,562 miles

n/s/r tyre has a screw in it

slight play in o/s steering rack

Pass 20 Jun 2007 24,992 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 18,312 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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EX51 WZY is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EX51 WZY, 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

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What year was EX51 WZY registered?

EX51 WZY is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is EX51 WZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 WZY shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX51 WZY have outstanding finance?

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