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Y954 HHJ

2001 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

221,960 mi
Last recorded221,960 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY954 HHJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2010 221,960 miles

some corrosion to door sills

Pass 25 Sep 2009 206,730 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 190,299 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 175,537 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 175,537 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 163,304 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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Y954 HHJ is a 2001 Ford Escort in Red 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 Y954 HHJ, 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 Y954 HHJ registered?

Y954 HHJ is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y954 HHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y954 HHJ 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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