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BHP 300T

1990 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,021 mi
Last recorded60,021 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHP 300T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 60,021 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 60,012 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 60,012 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 60,005 miles
Pass 4 May 2015 60,003 miles
Fail 4 May 2015 60,003 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 60,001 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 59,979 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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BHP 300T is a 1990 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BHP 300T, 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

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What year was BHP 300T registered?

BHP 300T is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 October 1990.

Is BHP 300T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHP 300T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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