MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
181,738 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
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Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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YE51 VGT is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 YE51 VGT, 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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How do I check the history of YE51 VGT?
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What year was YE51 VGT registered?
YE51 VGT is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 November 2001.
Is YE51 VGT safe to buy?
The MOT history for YE51 VGT shows 13 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 YE51 VGT have outstanding finance?
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