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G792 RLG

1990 Ford Escort

White Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

50,962 mi
Last recorded50,962 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2015
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG792 RLG
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,962 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 47,242 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 36,290 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 28,029 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,454 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 18,447 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,776 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

o/s/f floor corroded hole 40mm away from lower arm mount not affecting brakes and steering

Fail 8 Oct 2009 29,776 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

o/s/f floor corroded hole 40mm away from lower arm mount not affecting brakes and steering

Pass 11 Oct 2008 27,804 miles

Front to rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2007 24,710 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 21,124 miles

o/s and n/s rear inner wheel arch corroded

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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G792 RLG is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G792 RLG, 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 G792 RLG registered?

G792 RLG is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 February 1990.

Is G792 RLG safe to buy?

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