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YK51 WMW

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

82,915 mi
Last recorded82,915 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK51 WMW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Dec 2017 82,915 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear spring mounting. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working Lamp unit broken. (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion Both sills. (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle box. (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Front mounting. (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Front Tyre badly worn on edges but no cords showing.

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Front mounting. (2.4.B.6d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear spring mount. (2.4.A.3)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Feb 2017 78,479 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 78,477 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 72,085 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 70,936 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 69,127 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 68,287 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 66,515 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 54,635 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 44,019 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 36,304 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

fuel cap difficult to operate (open & close)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 32,156 miles

rear tyres uneaven tread wear on inner edges

Fail 7 Sep 2007 32,134 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

rear tyres uneaven tread wear on inner edges

Pass 31 Aug 2006 27,895 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 22,524 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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YK51 WMW is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK51 WMW, 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 YK51 WMW registered?

YK51 WMW is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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