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Y845 AKL

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,555 mi
Last recorded22,555 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY845 AKL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 22,555 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 22,431 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 22,399 miles

Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 21,553 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,715 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 19,893 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 19,893 miles

Fuel pipe leaking leak off pipe (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 18,810 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 18,810 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,790 miles

advise slight corrosion to both nearside and offside rear metal spring hanger brackets (front hangers)

Fail 26 Jun 2014 17,790 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise slight corrosion to both nearside and offside rear metal spring hanger brackets (front hangers)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 16,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 15,893 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,922 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,093 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 13,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 13,008 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 12,084 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 11,044 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 9,652 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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Y845 AKL is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 87,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y845 AKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 25 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y845 AKL registered?

Y845 AKL is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y845 AKL safe to buy?

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