Sometimes there is a possibility of an illegal vehicle import into the States with an upcoming sale. You can avoid buying such vehicles if you are aware of their history. Verify Ford Escape 2005 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Escape
Year 2005
VIN 1FMYU931X5DA05038
Short VIN check to junk 1FMYU931X5D
Trim Level XLT 4WD
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number A09622
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-short 4A