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KCZ 8254

2001 Ford Escort Van

White Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

116,876 mi
Last recorded116,876 miles
Recorded on11 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort Van85,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCZ 8254
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 May 2013 116,876 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 116,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

miner rust beneth the vehicle on lower part

Fail 15 Aug 2011 116,866 miles

Rear Lower Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

miner rust beneth the vehicle on lower part

How Reliable is the Ford Escort Van?

Based on 45,183 MOT tests across 9,196 vehicles.

58.4%
Pass Rate
6,842
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
9,196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 8,850
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,371
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,201
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,763
Registration plate lamp not working 3,515
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KCZ 8254 is a 2001 Ford Escort Van in White with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 85,865 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 Van fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 8,850 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KCZ 8254, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort Van typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Escort Van is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KCZ 8254 registered?

KCZ 8254 is a 2001 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is KCZ 8254 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCZ 8254 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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