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H727 GAR

1990 Ford Escort

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,972 mi
Last recorded17,972 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH727 GAR
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 17,972 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 16,288 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 14,228 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 12,366 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 10,793 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 8,582 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 6,170 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 3,569 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 326 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 96,911 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 93,153 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 89,185 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 85,341 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 81,456 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 77,883 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 75,534 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 72,289 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 69,125 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 65,485 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 61,710 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 57,397 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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H727 GAR is a 1990 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 H727 GAR, 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 H727 GAR?

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What year was H727 GAR registered?

H727 GAR is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 10 August 1990.

Is H727 GAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H727 GAR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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