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G436 WWL

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,985 mi
Last recorded16,985 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2009
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG436 WWL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2009 16,985 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES STARTING TO PERISH

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING COLUMN LOWER BUSH

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK NEARSIDE REAR ADULT SEATBELT DUE TO CHILD SEAT

Pass 6 Mar 2008 8,641 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play steering rack

Fail 4 Mar 2008 8,638 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play steering rack

Pass 13 Mar 2007 4,991 miles

clutch ratchet needs attention /heavy rust rear inner sills /slight play steering rack

Pass 9 Mar 2006 1,757 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2006 1,766 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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G436 WWL is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G436 WWL, 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.

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G436 WWL is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 16 March 1990.

Is G436 WWL safe to buy?

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