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G13 WRC

1996 Ford Escort

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,765 mi
Last recorded43,765 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG13 WRC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 43,765 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 43,706 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 43,680 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 43,557 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 43,417 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 43,289 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 43,217 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 43,127 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 42,799 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 42,185 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 41,206 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 40,981 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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G13 WRC is a 1996 Ford Escort in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,188 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 G13 WRC, 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G13 WRC registered?

G13 WRC is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is G13 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G13 WRC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G13 WRC have outstanding finance?

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