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G20 COS

1996 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,231 mi
Last recorded49,231 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG20 COS
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 49,231 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 48,842 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 48,419 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 47,087 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 45,983 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 45,756 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 45,327 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 44,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 44,298 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 42,742 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 41,686 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 41,074 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2011 40,111 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 38,906 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 38,906 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 37,111 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 35,051 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 30,743 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 29,554 miles

nearside and offside rear brake flexi ferroles corroding to calipers

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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G20 COS is a 1996 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G20 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 30 years old, this Ford Escort is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G20 COS?

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What year was G20 COS registered?

G20 COS is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is G20 COS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G20 COS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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