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G257 PUG

1990 Ford Escort

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,094 mi
Last recorded69,094 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG257 PUG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 69,094 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 61,826 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 61,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 53,058 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 44,862 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 44,069 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 43,926 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 43,679 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 43,319 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 42,850 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 42,482 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 42,133 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 41,700 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 41,236 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 40,641 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 40,061 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 39,273 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 38,291 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 37,205 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 36,219 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 35,166 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 34,005 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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G257 PUG is a 1990 Ford Escort in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G257 PUG, 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 G257 PUG registered?

G257 PUG is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G257 PUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G257 PUG 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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