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YK03 AXX

2003 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,038 mi
Last recorded47,038 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Ford Escort68,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 AXX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,038 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 44,590 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 40,290 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 37,758 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear washer inop

Pass 12 Mar 2010 35,894 miles

Front number plate cracked

Noise from engine

Noise from fuel tank

Pass 20 Mar 2009 33,099 miles

Front Registration Plate cracked.

Fail 16 Mar 2009 33,094 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Registration Plate cracked.

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,646 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 25,608 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,995 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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YK03 AXX is a 2003 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 68,676 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 YK03 AXX, 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 23 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK03 AXX registered?

YK03 AXX is a 2003 Ford Escort, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is YK03 AXX safe to buy?

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