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H198 EFH

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2021
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,776 mi
Last recorded40,776 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH198 EFH
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2020 40,776 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 40,641 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 40,543 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 40,380 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 40,139 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 40,139 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty n/s indicators not working (1.4.B.1d)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 39,841 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 38,898 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 38,742 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 38,667 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 38,524 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,115 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,590 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,754 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 35,592 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 34,190 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 32,973 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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H198 EFH is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 H198 EFH, 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 H198 EFH registered?

H198 EFH is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 30 August 1990.

Is H198 EFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H198 EFH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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