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H770 WCP

1990 Ford Escort

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

2,415 mi
Last recorded2,415 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2024
Typical for 1990 Ford Escort54,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH770 WCP
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2024 2,415 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 1,725 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 99,261 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 97,519 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 96,889 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 94,968 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 92,311 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 88,822 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 85,474 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 81,321 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 14 Jun 2014 77,407 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

underseal to underside and brake pipes

Pass 7 Jun 2013 72,443 miles

underseal to underside

Pass 5 Jul 2012 67,182 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 66,980 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 64,457 miles

genral corrision though out vehicle

nearside front tyre on limit of 1.6mm

slight play in n/s front bottom arm

Pass 10 Mar 2008 57,301 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 57,298 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 46,951 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 31,384 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 31,384 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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H770 WCP is a 1990 Ford Escort in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 H770 WCP, 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 H770 WCP registered?

H770 WCP is a 1990 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 November 1990.

Is H770 WCP safe to buy?

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