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Y887 LBV

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,203 mi
Last recorded102,203 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY887 LBV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2009 102,203 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 102,203 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 99,698 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 97,886 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 81,733 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 74,264 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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Y887 LBV is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y887 LBV, 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 Y887 LBV registered?

Y887 LBV is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is Y887 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y887 LBV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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