Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 98 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 65.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo MOT Reliability Overview
The Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 34.7% and a failure rate of 65.3%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo earns a "Very Poor" reliability rating. The average Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo presents for MOT with approximately 49,454 miles on the clock. The 1994 manufacture year performs best with a 35.3% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo is Suspension, affecting 63.3% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Brakes at 50.0%. Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems rounds out the top three at 35.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 144.9% | 142 |
| 2 | Brakes | 116.3% | 114 |
| 3 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 52.0% | 51 |
| 4 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 50.0% | 49 |
| 5 | Tyres | 38.8% | 38 |
| 6 | Body, Structure And General Items | 23.5% | 23 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 19.4% | 19 |
| 8 | Steering | 17.3% | 17 |
| 9 | Driver's View Of The Road | 12.2% | 12 |
| 10 | Towbars | 7.1% | 7 |
| 11 | Items Not Tested | 2.0% | 2 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 1.0% | 1 |
| 13 | Non-component Advisories | 1.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 49,454 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 29.30 | 144.9% | 142 |
| Brakes | 23.52 | 116.3% | 114 |
| Seat Belts | 10.52 | 52.0% | 51 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 10.11 | 50.0% | 49 |
| Tyres | 7.84 | 38.8% | 38 |
| Body & Structure | 4.75 | 23.5% | 23 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 3.92 | 19.4% | 19 |
| Steering | 3.51 | 17.3% | 17 |
| Visibility | 2.48 | 12.2% | 12 |
| Towbars | 1.44 | 7.1% | 7 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.41 | 2.0% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.21 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.21 | 1.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo has 49,454 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 13.20% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo MOT Data
The Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 98 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 34.7% and a failure rate of 65.3%, which is significantly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Escort Ghia D Turbo is likely to perform.
Suspension — 63.3% of failures
Suspension issues account for 63.3% of MOT failures on the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Brakes — 50.0% of failures
Brakes issues account for 50.0% of MOT failures on the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems — 35.7% of failures
Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems issues account for 35.7% of MOT failures on the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo. Seat belt failures include frayed or cut webbing, faulty retractors, buckles that don't latch properly, and missing or damaged anchorages. All fitted seat belts must be functional. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per belt. Pre-MOT check: Pull each seat belt fully out and check for fraying, cuts, or fading. Ensure each belt retracts smoothly and the buckle clicks securely. Check the pre-tensioner warning light on the dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo?
Based on 98 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo has an overall pass rate of 34.7% (65.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo?
The top 3 reasons a Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (63.3%), 2. Brakes (50.0%), 3. Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems (35.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo reliable?
With a 65.3% MOT failure rate, the Escort Ghia D Turbo is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ford Escort Ghia D Turbo?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (63.3%); Brakes (50.0%); Seat Belts and Supplementary Restraint Systems (35.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.