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X283 BFG

2001 Ford Escort Van

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,278 mi
Last recorded153,278 miles
Recorded on24 May 2007
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort Van85,865 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX283 BFG
MakeFord
ModelEscort Van
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 May 2007 153,278 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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X283 BFG is a 2001 Ford Escort Van in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X283 BFG, 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 X283 BFG registered?

X283 BFG is a 2001 Ford Escort Van, first registered on 30 January 2001.

Is X283 BFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X283 BFG shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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