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Y974 TAW

2001 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY974 TAW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2012
Pass 26 Mar 2011 104,300 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 97,783 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 87,386 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2008 76,799 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 56,388 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 34,125 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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Y974 TAW is a 2001 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y974 TAW, 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 Y974 TAW?

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What year was Y974 TAW registered?

Y974 TAW is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y974 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y974 TAW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y974 TAW have outstanding finance?

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