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G161 SRC

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,997 mi
Last recorded99,997 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG161 SRC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 99,997 miles

oil leak/gearbox seal

Pass 29 Apr 2024 99,711 miles

engine oil leak/switch

Pass 27 Apr 2023 99,352 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 99,157 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 99,150 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 99,150 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 99,150 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 99,124 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 992,049 miles

oil leak from sump

Pass 10 Jun 2014 98,912 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 98,862 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 98,820 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 96,934 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 96,922 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 96,768 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 96,746 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f flexi brake hose ferrule corroded

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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G161 SRC is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G161 SRC, 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 G161 SRC registered?

G161 SRC is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 April 1990.

Is G161 SRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G161 SRC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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