1989 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · G492 AFW
1989 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14/12/1989. Recorded mileage 85,988 miles. MOT valid until 28/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,988 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1989
- Engine
- 1597cc
G492 AFW Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
- 85,988 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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G492 AFW Mileage History
- 06/04/202385,885 mi
- 12/04/202485,901 mi+16 mi
- 30/07/202685,988 mi+87 mi
Average of roughly 31 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
G492 AFW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Ford Escort (G492 AFW) between April 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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