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LC51 VDX

2001 Ford Escort Van

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,365 mi
Last recorded60,365 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2008
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort Van85,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC51 VDX
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2008 60,365 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 57,981 miles

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

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 38,368 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 17,227 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 15,541 miles

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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LC51 VDX is a 2001 Ford Escort Van in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LC51 VDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC51 VDX registered?

LC51 VDX is a 2001 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is LC51 VDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC51 VDX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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