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H733 GRD

1990 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,164 mi
Last recorded87,164 miles
Recorded on25 May 2024
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH733 GRD
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2024 87,164 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 86,964 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 86,770 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 86,668 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 86,447 miles

light corrosion to o/s/r inner sill

Pass 12 Jul 2014 86,163 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 86,142 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 86,049 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 85,088 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 84,537 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 83,296 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 76,187 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 76,164 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 73,843 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 73,433 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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H733 GRD is a 1990 Ford Escort in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H733 GRD, 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 H733 GRD registered?

H733 GRD is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1990.

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The MOT history for H733 GRD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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