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H683 FRW

1990 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,009 mi
Last recorded89,009 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2009
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH683 FRW
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2009 89,009 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

slight corrosion both rear shock absorbers around top mountings

slight play in steering rack

Pass 30 Jun 2008 81,707 miles

o/s/r tyre tread slightly worn on inside edge

slight corrosion variuos areas under side of vehicle

Pass 3 Jul 2007 74,163 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play o/s steering rack end

Pass 14 Jul 2006 66,851 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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H683 FRW is a 1990 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 H683 FRW, 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 H683 FRW registered?

H683 FRW is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 23 August 1990.

Is H683 FRW safe to buy?

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