MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,640 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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offside rear tyre slightly perished
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Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.
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G978 YFW is a 1990 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 G978 YFW, 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.
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What year was G978 YFW registered?
G978 YFW is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 11 May 1990.
Is G978 YFW safe to buy?
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