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G696 VYL

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,937 mi
Last recorded83,937 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG696 VYL
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 83,937 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 83,460 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 83,460 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 83,215 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 82,694 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 82,365 miles

Timing belt cover missing.

Pass 10 Sep 2019 82,360 miles

Front Lower Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 82,130 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 81,706 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 80,912 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 79,805 miles

battery clamp loose

exhaust corroded -centre section has a slight blow

slight oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2014 79,330 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 79,330 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 78,302 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 77,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 73,000 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 72,995 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 72,743 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2006 72,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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G696 VYL is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 G696 VYL, 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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What year was G696 VYL registered?

G696 VYL is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 June 1990.

Is G696 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G696 VYL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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