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PX51 LBU

2001 Ford Courier

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,109 mi
Last recorded78,109 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Courier94,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX51 LBU
MakeFord
ModelCourier
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 78,109 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill is corroded (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 76,862 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 74,253 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 74,253 miles

Nearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 66,661 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 66,661 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 60,445 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 58,203 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 57,783 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 56,242 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 51,482 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 43,772 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 36,432 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 36,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 26,940 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 26,940 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Ford Courier?

Based on 32,371 MOT tests across 5,502 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
5,954
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,502
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,148
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,072
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,376
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,110
Registration plate lamp not working 2,035
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PX51 LBU is a 2001 Ford Courier in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Courier models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 94,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Courier fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PX51 LBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Courier typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Courier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PX51 LBU registered?

PX51 LBU is a 2001 Ford Courier, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is PX51 LBU safe to buy?

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