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Y867 LCW

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,470 mi
Last recorded96,470 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY867 LCW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 96,470 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 96,444 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 87,671 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,924 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 76,936 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 76,936 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 71,661 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 65,239 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 65,239 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 57,066 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 56,964 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 48,568 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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Y867 LCW is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y867 LCW, 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 Y867 LCW registered?

Y867 LCW is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is Y867 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y867 LCW shows 12 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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