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GIL 5932

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,266 mi
Last recorded96,266 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIL 5932
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 96,266 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 96,020 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 95,989 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 95,949 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 95,919 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 95,899 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 95,802 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 95,782 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 95,750 miles

brake pipes corroded

underside corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2017 95,500 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 95,420 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 95,320 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 95,200 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 95,137 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 95,127 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 94,892 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 94,700 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 92,846 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 92,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 91,815 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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GIL 5932 is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GIL 5932, 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 GIL 5932 registered?

GIL 5932 is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is GIL 5932 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIL 5932 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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