Is a 2001 Ford Escape 4x4 with 220,000 miles a good first car? For New York State?

Is a 2001 Ford Escape 4x4 with 220,000 miles a good first car? For New York State?

220,000 miles is more than double the maximum amount of miles that I would look for in a used car.

If you like the vehicle then go ahead. Just know that you're probably going to spend 10 times the amount you save in the asking price for maintenance and repairs. You're much better off in spending the extra money and getting something with under 75K on the odometer. It will cost a little extra but you're paying for several years of good use and infrequent maintenance.

No. Way too much about to break down.