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G18 COS

1994 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

92,692 mi
Last recorded92,692 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Ford Escort59,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 COS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 92,692 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 92,312 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 91,619 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 91,052 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 90,036 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 88,680 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 86,193 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 84,022 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 82,925 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 82,038 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 81,225 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 79,965 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 79,442 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 78,098 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 77,259 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 76,239 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 75,754 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 75,754 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 75,340 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 74,586 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 73,336 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 72,589 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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G18 COS is a 1994 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1994 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 59,013 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 G18 COS, 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 32 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G18 COS?

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What year was G18 COS registered?

G18 COS is a 1994 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 May 1994.

Is G18 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 COS shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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