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H201 BTT

1990 Ford Escort

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,122 mi
Last recorded46,122 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH201 BTT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 46,122 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 46,124 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 46,067 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 46,052 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 45,943 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 45,943 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2015 45,923 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 45,922 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 45,921 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 45,920 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 45,919 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 45,911 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 45,905 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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H201 BTT is a 1990 Ford Escort in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 H201 BTT, 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 H201 BTT?

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What year was H201 BTT registered?

H201 BTT is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 25 September 1990.

Is H201 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H201 BTT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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