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H511 WYT

1990 Ford Escort

Silver Petrol 1392cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,861 mi
Last recorded72,861 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH511 WYT
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,392cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2020 72,861 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump is wet with oil and corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 72,283 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 71,762 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust back box noisy

Pass 19 Sep 2017 71,193 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 70,565 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 70,063 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 69,541 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 68,991 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 68,407 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 67,790 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 67,119 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 66,432 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 65,678 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 65,013 miles

rear inner sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2006 64,345 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 63,691 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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H511 WYT is a 1990 Ford Escort in Silver with a 1,392cc 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 H511 WYT, 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 H511 WYT registered?

H511 WYT is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H511 WYT safe to buy?

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