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FG02 AUX

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,719 mi
Last recorded98,719 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 AUX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 98,719 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 98,693 miles

Fuel system component leaking above tank (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 74,835 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 69,121 miles

nearside front wheel rim has impact damage

nearside rear light lens is cracked ( SLIGHT WHITE LIGHT TO REAR)

offside front brake is binding slightly

offside tie bar has slight play at its fixing point

Fail 18 Jan 2013 69,121 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front wheel rim has impact damage

nearside rear light lens is cracked ( SLIGHT WHITE LIGHT TO REAR)

offside front brake is binding slightly

offside tie bar has slight play at its fixing point

Pass 20 Jan 2012 64,627 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 62,223 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 62,223 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 54,945 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 54,945 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 47,766 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 43,541 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 34,329 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 25,764 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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FG02 AUX 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 FG02 AUX, 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 FG02 AUX registered?

FG02 AUX is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is FG02 AUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG02 AUX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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