MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,444 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Centre Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the Ford Escort?
Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YF51 MVZ is a 2001 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 YF51 MVZ, 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 YF51 MVZ?
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What year was YF51 MVZ registered?
YF51 MVZ is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 12 December 2001.
Is YF51 MVZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for YF51 MVZ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does YF51 MVZ have outstanding finance?
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