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H473 JVX

1990 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,500 mi
Last recorded17,500 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH473 JVX
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2024 17,500 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 17,476 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 17,435 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 17,383 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 17,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 16,600 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 10,336 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 7,668 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 5,556 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 1,926 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 98,726 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 96,150 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 93,634 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 91,060 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 87,363 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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H473 JVX is a 1990 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 H473 JVX, 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 H473 JVX?

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What year was H473 JVX registered?

H473 JVX is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 3 October 1990.

Is H473 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for H473 JVX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H473 JVX have outstanding finance?

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