MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
134,778 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
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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YR51 XMU is a 2001 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 YR51 XMU, 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 YR51 XMU?
You can check the full history of YR51 XMU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was YR51 XMU registered?
YR51 XMU is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 December 2001.
Is YR51 XMU safe to buy?
The MOT history for YR51 XMU shows 6 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 YR51 XMU have outstanding finance?
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