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FL02 GKX

2002 Ford Escort

Yellow Lpg 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,645 mi
Last recorded86,645 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Ford Escort88,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL02 GKX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 86,645 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 86,632 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 75,577 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 68,529 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 60,202 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 57,289 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 56,044 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 52,311 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 47,473 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 39,850 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 3,003 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 GKX is a 2002 Ford Escort in Yellow with a 1,399cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FL02 GKX, 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 GKX registered?

FL02 GKX is a 2002 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is FL02 GKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL02 GKX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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