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H398 EDX

1990 Ford Escort

Cream Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,143 mi
Last recorded19,143 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH398 EDX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2021 19,143 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 18,909 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 18,364 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 17,583 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 16,981 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 15,103 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 15,081 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 15,016 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,882 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 14,714 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 14,411 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,189 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 13,657 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 13,050 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 12,091 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 11,219 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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H398 EDX is a 1990 Ford Escort in Cream with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 H398 EDX, 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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What year was H398 EDX registered?

H398 EDX is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 19 October 1990.

Is H398 EDX safe to buy?

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