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G847 TYJ

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,974 mi
Last recorded62,974 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG847 TYJ
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 62,974 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 62,008 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 61,530 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 61,214 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 61,166 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 61,160 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 60,824 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 60,484 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 60,468 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 60,462 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 60,457 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 60,457 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 60,454 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has slight wear in the eye of a brake clevis joint (3.3.A.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 60,452 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 59,570 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 59,190 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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G847 TYJ 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 93.8%.

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 G847 TYJ, 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 G847 TYJ registered?

G847 TYJ is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G847 TYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G847 TYJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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