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G540 BLF

1990 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,096 mi
Last recorded67,096 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG540 BLF
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 67,096 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 66,782 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 66,735 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 65,645 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 64,212 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 63,667 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 61,554 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 59,147 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 58,056 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 56,765 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 54,578 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 52,164 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,509 miles

1,Hole in nearside front floor.

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 46,725 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 43,813 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 40,731 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 37,752 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2008 34,716 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 30,965 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 29,337 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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G540 BLF is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 G540 BLF, 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 G540 BLF registered?

G540 BLF is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 April 1990.

Is G540 BLF safe to buy?

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