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G14 CER

1997 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,046 mi
Last recorded92,046 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ford Escort62,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG14 CER
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 92,046 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 91,620 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 91,249 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 90,796 miles

all under sealed

Pass 14 Jun 2021 90,433 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 89,845 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 89,532 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 89,231 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 89,231 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 89,125 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 89,125 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 88,708 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 88,706 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 87,589 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 87,470 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 87,263 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 87,059 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 85,850 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 83,834 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 83,834 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Nov 2006 64,734 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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G14 CER is a 1997 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 62,516 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 G14 CER, 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 29 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 G14 CER registered?

G14 CER is a 1997 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 December 1997.

Is G14 CER safe to buy?

The MOT history for G14 CER shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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