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YT51 WPA

2001 Ford Escort

Orange Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,907 mi
Last recorded124,907 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT51 WPA
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 124,907 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

weld repairs have been undersealed

Pass 25 Nov 2015 118,892 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 118,892 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2014 112,080 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 112,080 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 105,642 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 99,885 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2012 99,769 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 92,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 87,314 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 81,492 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 75,174 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 69,065 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 69,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2006 62,858 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 59,379 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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YT51 WPA is a 2001 Ford Escort in Orange with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YT51 WPA, 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 YT51 WPA registered?

YT51 WPA is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is YT51 WPA safe to buy?

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