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G297 XBK

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,203 mi
Last recorded67,203 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG297 XBK
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 17 Dec 2025 67,203 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 66,953 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 66,689 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 66,392 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 65,917 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 65,700 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 65,353 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 64,459 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 63,207 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 61,832 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 60,173 miles

corrosion appearing on o/s/f floor

Pass 10 Dec 2014 58,508 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 56,841 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 55,196 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 53,296 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 54,543 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 52,465 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 50,177 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 46,654 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 42,861 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 39,462 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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G297 XBK is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 G297 XBK, 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 G297 XBK registered?

G297 XBK is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 21 February 1990.

Is G297 XBK safe to buy?

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