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Y856 SSL

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

131,053 mi
Last recorded131,053 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2010
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY856 SSL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2010 131,053 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 131,053 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 119,415 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 119,413 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 105,217 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 105,217 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 95,391 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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Y856 SSL is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y856 SSL, 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 Y856 SSL registered?

Y856 SSL is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y856 SSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y856 SSL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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