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G563 FKC

1991 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,383 mi
Last recorded15,383 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1991 Ford Escort54,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG563 FKC
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 15,383 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 7,236 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 6,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear inner sills have slight corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2011 366 miles

both rear inner sills have slight corrosion

offside front wheel bearing has a noise

Pass 15 Jun 2010 98,950 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 98,950 miles

Centre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 92,785 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 87,617 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 85,609 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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G563 FKC is a 1991 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 54,636 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 G563 FKC, 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 35 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G563 FKC registered?

G563 FKC is a 1991 Ford Escort, first registered on 27 March 1991.

Is G563 FKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G563 FKC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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