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X462 VBK

2001 Ford Escape

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,570 mi
Last recorded110,570 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2007
Typical for 2001 Ford Escape87,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX462 VBK
MakeFord
ModelEscape
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2007 110,570 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 110,570 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 97,670 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escape?

Based on 2,747 MOT tests across 757 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
8,941
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 66
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 42
fog lamp not working 38
Direction indicator incorrect colour 38
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X462 VBK is a 2001 Ford Escape in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escape models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 87,612 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 Escape fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X462 VBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X462 VBK?

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What year was X462 VBK registered?

X462 VBK is a 2001 Ford Escape, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X462 VBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X462 VBK shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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