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G872 KAW

1990 Ford Escort

Gold Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,120 mi
Last recorded55,120 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG872 KAW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 55,120 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 55,080 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 55,026 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 54,993 miles

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 54,961 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 54,864 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 54,780 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 54,717 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 54,635 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 54,596 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 54,493 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 54,313 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,118 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 54,118 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 53,961 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 53,533 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 53,067 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 52,727 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 51,944 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 51,635 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 50,698 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 50,061 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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G872 KAW is a 1990 Ford Escort in Gold with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G872 KAW, 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 G872 KAW registered?

G872 KAW is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 January 1990.

Is G872 KAW safe to buy?

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