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Y895 XOB

2001 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,002 mi
Last recorded110,002 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY895 XOB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 110,002 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 8 May 2012 109,989 miles

Brake valve damaged (3.6.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 102,632 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 May 2010 97,603 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 97,603 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 88,718 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 82,622 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2008 82,622 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 56,356 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 36,231 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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Y895 XOB is a 2001 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y895 XOB, 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 Y895 XOB registered?

Y895 XOB is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 June 2001.

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