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FD51 YRJ

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,892 mi
Last recorded141,892 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 YRJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 141,892 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 139,465 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn at edge

clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

steering wheel outer cover insecure

Fail 23 Apr 2015 139,458 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn at edge

clutch pedal anti-slip rubber missing

n/s/r wheel arch rusty

steering wheel outer cover insecure

Pass 7 Apr 2014 130,018 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 117,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2012 110,206 miles

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

rear cross member getting thin

Pass 19 Mar 2012 110,206 miles

rear cross member getting thin

Pass 31 Mar 2011 100,929 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 90,770 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 90,770 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 76,824 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 65,828 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 52,599 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 41,507 miles

both front tyres getting low. nail in o/s rear tyre

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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FD51 YRJ is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD51 YRJ, 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.

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FD51 YRJ is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 5 December 2001.

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