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G833 XUT

1990 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

37,141 mi
Last recorded37,141 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG833 XUT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 37,141 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 35,781 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 35,776 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 34,276 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 32,829 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 31,682 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 30,673 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 30,672 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 29,661 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 28,569 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 27,437 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 27,437 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 26,298 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED ON SIDEWALL

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 25,236 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 24,027 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 22,913 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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G833 XUT is a 1990 Ford Escort in Grey 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 G833 XUT, 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 G833 XUT registered?

G833 XUT is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 March 1990.

Is G833 XUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G833 XUT 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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