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G485 YPC

1990 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,815 mi
Last recorded93,815 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2021
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG485 YPC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2021 93,815 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 89,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 85,767 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 85,721 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Slight oil leak from oil pump housing.

Pass 2 Jul 2013 85,325 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 84,456 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 83,711 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 82,944 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 82,933 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 81,996 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 80,708 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 78,383 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 75,709 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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G485 YPC is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,296cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G485 YPC, 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 G485 YPC registered?

G485 YPC is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 18 October 1990.

Is G485 YPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G485 YPC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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