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AJZ 4542

2001 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,270 mi
Last recorded100,270 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJZ 4542
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2015 100,270 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

catalytic converter has broken up internally

nearside sill corroded

offside and nearside rear chassis sections corroded

offside front tyre worn on edges

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Fail 16 Jan 2015 100,155 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

catalytic converter has broken up internally

offside and nearside rear chassis sections corroded

offside front tyre worn on edges

offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2014 93,936 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

offside outer sill corroded

rear arches corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2013 88,532 miles

n/s outer sill corroded

o/s outer sill corroded and on m o t limits

o/s/r arch corroded

Fail 5 Jan 2013 88,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s outer sill corroded

o/s outer sill corroded and on m o t limits

o/s/r arch corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2011 83,077 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 83,077 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Both front tyre treads worn on inner shoulders

Condensation inside nearside headlamp unit

Nearside of front bumper/valance damaged

Nearside outer sill damaged at front and starting to rust in seatbelt prescribed area

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside rear wheel arch rusty

Pass 27 Jan 2011 77,958 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 70,000 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 62,617 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 56,116 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 50,163 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 35,220 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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AJZ 4542 is a 2001 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AJZ 4542, 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 AJZ 4542 registered?

AJZ 4542 is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 January 2001.

Is AJZ 4542 safe to buy?

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