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A2 APT

1990 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,943 mi
Last recorded71,943 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 APT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 71,943 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 71,920 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 71,894 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 71,886 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 71,869 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 71,806 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 71,765 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 71,689 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 71,654 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 71,539 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 71,346 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 71,295 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 71,261 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 71,233 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 71,152 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 70,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 70,319 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 69,945 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 69,769 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 69,731 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 69,498 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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A2 APT is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 54,588 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 A2 APT, 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 36 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A2 APT?

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What year was A2 APT registered?

A2 APT is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 March 1990.

Is A2 APT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 APT shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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