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AP51 EUF

2001 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,515 mi
Last recorded143,515 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Ford Escort87,573 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 EUF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 143,515 miles

both rear metal brake pipes have some degrading present.

front susspension arm pivot bushes (near side & offside) are degrading.

near side front roll bar link has slight movement present.

offside door mirror glass has some damage present.

offside outer CV boot has some cracking / perishing present.

the near side front suspension hub to strut fastener does not appear to have been tightened as hard as the offside, although no movement is present.

the offside front metal brake pipe has some corrosion present.

the right hand brake readings have slight fluctuation suggesting slight brake drum distortion.

the spare tyre is in a very poor condition & should not be fitted to the vehicle for road use.

very slight seepage of gas from manufacturers welded joint of exhaust system just behind engine.

Pass 31 Jul 2013 129,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Jul 2013 129,365 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2012 123,508 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2011 117,282 miles

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

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

front discs worn

Fail 5 Aug 2010 112,350 miles

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

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 5 Aug 2010 112,350 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front brake discs worn

Pass 7 Aug 2009 108,501 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 102,991 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 102,975 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 98,494 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2007 98,494 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 96,185 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 87,375 miles

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

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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AP51 EUF is a 2001 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AP51 EUF, 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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AP51 EUF is a 2001 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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