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FEV 5H

2002 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,299 mi
Last recorded15,299 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEV 5H
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 15,299 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 15,299 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 15,299 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019
Pass 19 Apr 2018 13,811 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017
Pass 8 Feb 2016
Pass 7 Nov 2014 13,437 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 12,198 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 11,670 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 11,333 miles

front offside & nearside tyre tread starting to crack.cut in front offside tyre inner side wall

Fail 28 Sep 2011 11,333 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front offside & nearside tyre tread starting to crack.cut in front offside tyre inner side wall

Pass 16 Aug 2010 11,093 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 10,600 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 9,601 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 8,756 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 6,146 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 2,654 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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FEV 5H is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FEV 5H, 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 FEV 5H registered?

FEV 5H is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 April 2002.

Is FEV 5H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FEV 5H shows 18 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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