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YV51 HCX

2001 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,390 mi
Last recorded150,390 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV51 HCX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 150,390 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion underneath

Pass 23 Apr 2013 147,504 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 147,504 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 140,720 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 132,236 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 132,236 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 123,899 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 118,438 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 112,979 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 108,328 miles

All engine mountings weak

Nearside front lower suspension (rear) rubber bush beginning to deteriorate.

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front tyre beginning to wear on inner edge.

Pass 1 Feb 2007 108,328 miles

All engine mountings weak

Nearside front lower suspension (rear) rubber bush beginning to deteriorate.

Offside front tyre beginning to wear on inner edge.

Pass 2 Feb 2006 104,490 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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YV51 HCX is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 YV51 HCX, 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 YV51 HCX registered?

YV51 HCX is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is YV51 HCX safe to buy?

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