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FG51 FLH

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,419 mi
Last recorded144,419 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 FLH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 144,419 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 144,419 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 136,435 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 136,435 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 130,212 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 118,776 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 27 Nov 2008 104,666 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 89,843 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 75,975 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2005 63,920 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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FG51 FLH is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG51 FLH, 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 FG51 FLH registered?

FG51 FLH is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is FG51 FLH safe to buy?

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