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Y89 TDX

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

100,335 mi
Last recorded100,335 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 TDX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 100,335 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 100,175 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 100,029 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 99,777 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 99,533 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 99,063 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 93,939 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 90,624 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 87,286 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 85,701 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 85,701 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 May 2016 82,244 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 78,789 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 75,845 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 72,961 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 72,961 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2012 70,808 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 69,577 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 69,577 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2010 68,679 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 67,576 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 65,186 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 65,152 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 55,390 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 55,389 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 May 2006 47,416 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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Y89 TDX is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 Y89 TDX, 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

How do I check the history of Y89 TDX?

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What year was Y89 TDX registered?

Y89 TDX is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y89 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 TDX shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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