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Y853 MDF

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

154,553 mi
Last recorded154,553 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY853 MDF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 154,553 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 147,576 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 147,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 138,381 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 138,381 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Gearbox mounting defective

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 129,220 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 116,644 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 107,889 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 101,847 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 97,902 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 92,413 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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Y853 MDF is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y853 MDF, 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.

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What year was Y853 MDF registered?

Y853 MDF is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is Y853 MDF safe to buy?

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