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H154 TYC

1990 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,192 mi
Last recorded93,192 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2009
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH154 TYC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2009 93,192 miles

EXTENSIVE SURFACE CORROSION SILLS / REAR WHEELARCHES/ CHASSIS MEMBERS ETC..

FRONT & REAR WIPER BLADES V.SLIGHTLY DETERIORATING

Fail 9 Jun 2009 93,192 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

EXTENSIVE SURFACE CORROSION SILLS / REAR WHEELARCHES/ CHASSIS MEMBERS ETC..

FRONT & REAR WIPER BLADES V.SLIGHTLY DETERIORATING

Pass 28 Mar 2008 92,149 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 92,137 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 89,369 miles

slight play in steering rack & pinion

Pass 18 Nov 2005 85,124 miles

o/s/r arch inner blistered with rust †boot floor/rear suspension areas corroded †n/s doors blistered

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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H154 TYC is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H154 TYC, 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 H154 TYC?

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What year was H154 TYC registered?

H154 TYC is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 31 August 1990.

Is H154 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H154 TYC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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