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G26 MAT

1996 Ford Escort

Purple Petrol 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,863 mi
Last recorded37,863 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ford Escort62,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG26 MAT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 37,863 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 37,160 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 36,631 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 36,282 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 35,520 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 35,280 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 34,730 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 34,664 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 34,560 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 34,420 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 34,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 33,892 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 33,853 miles

advise o.s.f inner driveshaft gaitor split

Pass 20 Apr 2007 33,600 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 31,639 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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G26 MAT is a 1996 Ford Escort in Purple with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G26 MAT, 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

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What year was G26 MAT registered?

G26 MAT is a 1996 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 March 1996.

Is G26 MAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G26 MAT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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