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G127 XMU

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,857 mi
Last recorded66,857 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG127 XMU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 66,857 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 66,818 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 66,610 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 66,318 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 66,166 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 66,015 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 65,985 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 65,968 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 65,820 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 65,674 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 65,666 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 65,318 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 63,780 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,074 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 62,069 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

clutch pedal anti slip missing

Pass 5 Sep 2007 61,828 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 60,515 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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G127 XMU is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 G127 XMU, 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 G127 XMU registered?

G127 XMU is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G127 XMU safe to buy?

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