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G139 YJO

1990 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

48,583 mi
Last recorded48,583 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG139 YJO
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 48,583 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 48,467 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 48,278 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 48,146 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 48,069 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 47,891 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 47,637 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 47,513 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 47,504 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 47,394 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 47,263 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 47,132 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 55,156 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 54,965 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 54,252 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 54,252 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 53,144 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 52,201 miles

both n/s tyres at legal limits worn on inside edges

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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G139 YJO is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 G139 YJO, 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.

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What year was G139 YJO registered?

G139 YJO is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 2 May 1990.

Is G139 YJO safe to buy?

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