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G12 KRH

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,591 mi
Last recorded69,591 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG12 KRH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 69,591 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 69,202 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 68,893 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 68,527 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 68,282 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 68,038 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 67,677 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 67,375 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 66,945 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 65,873 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 64,976 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 64,648 miles

Both rear tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,174 miles

Both rear tyres cracking/perishing

Pass 11 Jul 2013 63,931 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear tyre cracking/perishing

Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,657 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 63,297 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 63,291 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

some evidence of fluid loss @ o/s/r backplate and brake servo

Pass 12 Jul 2010 62,549 miles

corrosion to rear underside sills

Pass 15 Jul 2009 61,372 miles

corr o/s/r inner sill

oil leak engine area

Pass 14 Jul 2008 60,332 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake fluid stains at master cylinder / servo assembly

slight noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 18 Jul 2007 59,293 miles

rear shocks misting of oil †screen wash poor performance †corrosion to n/s/r inner door jam

Pass 17 Jul 2006 58,488 miles

cv boot n/s spliting

n/s/f wheel beariongslightly rough

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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G12 KRH is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G12 KRH, 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 G12 KRH registered?

G12 KRH is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is G12 KRH safe to buy?

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