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FE52 UYN

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,007 mi
Last recorded159,007 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 UYN
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 159,007 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2016 159,007 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 147,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 134,429 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 121,583 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 106,873 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 106,868 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2011 97,672 miles

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

Oil leak

srs warning light stays on

Fail 26 Mar 2011 97,669 miles

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

Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

srs warning light stays on

Pass 1 Oct 2009 95,801 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 90,850 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 84,993 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 84,992 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 75,187 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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FE52 UYN is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FE52 UYN, 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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What year was FE52 UYN registered?

FE52 UYN is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 October 2002.

Is FE52 UYN safe to buy?

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