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FG51 TTX

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,593 mi
Last recorded138,593 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 TTX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 138,593 miles

Front Bumper Repaired with Tape

O/S/F tyre outer edge Scrubbed

Fail 30 Jan 2014 138,593 miles

Front Bumper Repaired with Tape

O/S/F tyre outer edge Scrubbed

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 131,960 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 131,960 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 123,495 miles

1.front wiper blades split on edges 2.slight corrrosion of rear chassis near shocker mounts 3.surface corrosion of rear x member and outer sills

4.surface corrosion of front to rear and rear brake pipes 5.o/s front door mirror slightly loose

Pass 15 Mar 2011 114,102 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 22 Apr 2010 106,225 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 91,688 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 80,189 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 70,058 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 57,218 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 52,567 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)

front bumper and radator damaged,but not leaking

Pass 12 Oct 2005 52,567 miles

front bumper and radator damaged,but not leaking

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 TTX is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TTX, 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 TTX registered?

FG51 TTX is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is FG51 TTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 TTX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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