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G90 VYU

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,945 mi
Last recorded86,945 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG90 VYU
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 86,945 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 86,612 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 86,309 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 86,050 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 85,649 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 85,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 83,989 miles

BLOW IN REAR SILENCER

EXHAUST BLOW IN CENTER SECTION TO FRONT PIPE

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 83,160 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 82,390 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 81,661 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 81,359 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 80,678 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 80,270 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 80,150 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 79,009 miles

Parking brake needs adujustment

Pass 12 Aug 2009 76,289 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 75,824 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 75,331 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 74,917 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 74,917 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 72,777 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2005 72,777 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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G90 VYU is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G90 VYU, 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 G90 VYU?

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What year was G90 VYU registered?

G90 VYU is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G90 VYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G90 VYU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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