1989 Ford Escort 1.6L Petrol · G729 SST
1989 Ford Escort (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1989. Recorded mileage 78,025 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD ESCORT
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/03/2008
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,025 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
G729 SST Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/03/2007
- 78,025 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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G729 SST Mileage History
- 19/10/200541,110 mi
- 31/10/200541,122 mi+12 mi
- 06/03/200779,008 mi+37,886 mi
- 08/03/200778,025 mi-983 mi
Average of roughly 26,715 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
G729 SST MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Ford Escort (G729 SST) between October 2005 and March 2007.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 March 2007 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)”.