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G822 BLU

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,088 mi
Last recorded56,088 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG822 BLU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 56,088 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 56,069 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 55,972 miles

Vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 22 May 2015 55,615 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 55,611 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2014 55,191 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 54,680 miles

Slight oil leak from oil filter area

Vehicle sgowing signs of corrsion

Fail 28 May 2013 54,680 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight oil leak from oil filter area

Vehicle sgowing signs of corrsion

Pass 31 May 2012 54,119 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 53,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

front brake discs corroded on innedr face

nearside front seat rear mount point corroded

vehicle starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 2 Jun 2010 52,638 miles

slight play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 2 Jun 2009 52,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 50,727 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 50,727 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 49,526 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 48,247 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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G822 BLU is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G822 BLU, 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

How do I check the history of G822 BLU?

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What year was G822 BLU registered?

G822 BLU is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 29 May 1990.

Is G822 BLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G822 BLU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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