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G790 JVG

1994 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,717 mi
Last recorded91,717 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1994 Ford Escort59,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG790 JVG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 91,717 miles

both front tyres cracked on inner tyre wall

parts of structure and bodywork at earlier stages of corrosion

Pass 20 Dec 2016 86,310 miles

parts of structure at earlier stages of corrosion

Fail 14 Dec 2016 86,297 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill corroded (6.1.B.2)

parts of structure at earlier stages of corrosion

Pass 4 Dec 2015 82,104 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 79,686 miles

o/s and n/s outer sills weak at front

radiator support panel rusted

Pass 10 Dec 2013 76,355 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 74,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front section of exhaust getting weak

o/s and n/s front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

radiator support panel rusted

Pass 7 Dec 2012 74,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front section of exhaust getting weak

o/s and n/s front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces

radiator support panel rusted

Pass 13 Dec 2011 72,686 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

o/s and n/s front brake discs slightly corroded on inner faces.

Pass 15 Dec 2010 69,461 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 66,886 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 61,695 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

small stonechip o/s headlamp

Pass 14 Dec 2007 55,812 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 51,449 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 46,361 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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G790 JVG is a 1994 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1994 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 59,013 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 G790 JVG, 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 32 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 G790 JVG registered?

G790 JVG is a 1994 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is G790 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G790 JVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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