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G385 WBE

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,369 mi
Last recorded34,369 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG385 WBE
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 34,369 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

diesel leak off pipes deteriorated

Pass 1 May 2022 32,479 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 31,234 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 30,688 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 30,646 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 30,157 miles

Nearside Front suspension bush deteriated

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriated

Offside Front suspension bush deteriated

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriated

Pass 19 Aug 2017 30,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 30,113 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement at track control arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement at track control arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 30,011 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 29,936 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 29,872 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 29,824 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 29,726 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 29,612 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 29,171 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 28,631 miles

both front tyres perished

Pass 29 Aug 2007 28,382 miles

both rear tyre inner sidewalls perished

Pass 22 Aug 2006 27,606 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 27,253 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

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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G385 WBE is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 G385 WBE, 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 G385 WBE registered?

G385 WBE is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 March 1990.

Is G385 WBE safe to buy?

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