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H106 CAV

1990 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,293 mi
Last recorded79,293 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH106 CAV
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 79,293 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear wheel well area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear wheel well area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective backbox hanger heavily perishing, risk of snapping (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 79,273 miles

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury front fender, bumper clip area (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury rear wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear wheel well area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear wheel well area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective backbox hanger heavily perishing, risk of snapping (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 74,254 miles

Both front wings corroded at base

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Fail 18 Oct 2022 73,496 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor pan to inner still come away (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/70/13 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both front wings corroded at base

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2021 70,226 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

wheel arches rusty

Pass 29 Sep 2020 66,506 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all four outer wings rusty

Pass 25 Sep 2019 62,142 miles

Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 56,860 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 53,276 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion under side (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 49,987 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 44,897 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion o/s/rear (6.1.B.2)

exhaust rusty

Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,232 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,749 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 34,712 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,718 miles

when was cambelt change?

Pass 24 Sep 2010 28,998 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 25,901 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 21,764 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 18,297 miles

Oil leak

offside cv boot has a small hole

Pass 27 Sep 2006 14,717 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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H106 CAV is a 1990 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,392cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H106 CAV, 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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H106 CAV is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 8 November 1990.

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