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FL02 GHN

2002 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,441 mi
Last recorded71,441 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL02 GHN
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2013 71,441 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion on inner and outer sills on both sides

Pass 5 Jan 2012 69,716 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

corrosion on inner sills at rear on both sides

rear silencer rusty

Fail 5 Jan 2012 69,716 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

corrosion on inner sills at rear on both sides

rear silencer rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2011 68,067 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner face

o/s/f lower wishbone inner front bush deteriorated

Fail 19 Jan 2011 68,067 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Both front brake discs corroded on inner face

o/s/f lower wishbone inner front bush deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2010 65,346 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 65,346 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Jan 2009 62,277 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 62,277 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both front lower wishbone inner front bushes deteriorating

Pass 22 Jan 2008 57,291 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 51,042 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 51,042 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 46,278 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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FL02 GHN is a 2002 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL02 GHN, 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 FL02 GHN registered?

FL02 GHN is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 March 2002.

Is FL02 GHN safe to buy?

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