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H558 TUB

1990 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,394 mi
Last recorded93,394 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH558 TUB
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 93,394 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 93,335 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 93,328 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 93,049 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 92,589 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 91,995 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 91,730 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play DRUMSTICK/RACKEND (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 91,728 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Emissions not tested NOT TESTED DUE TO COOLANT LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Floor insecure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Offside Front Floor insecure (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Rear Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play DRUMSTICK/RACKEND (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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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H558 TUB is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H558 TUB, 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 H558 TUB registered?

H558 TUB is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 September 1990.

Is H558 TUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H558 TUB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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