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G101 XTC

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,007 mi
Last recorded21,007 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG101 XTC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 21,007 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 20,566 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 20,188 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 19,779 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 18,969 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 18,158 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 17,810 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 17,683 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 17,586 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 17,486 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 17,371 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 17,239 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2007 17,239 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres getting cracky

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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G101 XTC is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G101 XTC, 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 G101 XTC registered?

G101 XTC is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G101 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G101 XTC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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