Second Hand Ford Escort Wheel Hub

The Ford Escort ran across several distinct generations in the UK: the Mk1 (1968–1974), Mk2 (1975–1980), Mk3 (1980–1986), Mk4 (1986–1990), Mk5 (1990–1992), and the later Mk6/Mk7 generation (1993–2004) which shared a platform. Hubs are generation-specific, so always match by generation rather than just year. When you contact a breaker, give them your registration so they can confirm the exact generation and brake specification for your car.

1992 and 1993 sit either side of a significant generation boundary: the Mk5 ran until 1992 and the Mk6 arrived for 1993 on a new platform. This means hubs from a 1992 Mk5 and a 1993 Mk6 are unlikely to be interchangeable, but whether a specific unit crosses that boundary should be confirmed with the breaker against your registration rather than assumed. Do not rely on the year alone — quote your reg and let the breaker check.

Yes, engine size can affect fitment because larger-engined Escorts were often fitted with bigger brakes, which in turn require a different hub to match the bearing and disc arrangement. An 1.8 or 2.0 model may not share hubs with a 1.3 or 1.4 version of the same generation. Always tell the breaker your engine size alongside the year and generation so they can supply the correct unit.

Trim level — LX, Ghia, Zetec, or otherwise — does not in itself determine which hub fits; what matters is the generation and engine size. That said, higher-spec or sportier trims sometimes came with larger brakes as standard, so the hub on a Zetec may differ from one on an LX with a smaller engine even within the same model year. Tell the breaker your trim and engine size and they can cross-reference the right part for your specific build.

For front hubs on suspension designs that use a bearing and knuckle assembly, the left and right sides can differ, so yes, you should specify nearside (NS, passenger side) or offside (OS, driver's side) when contacting a breaker. Rear hubs on the Escort are generally symmetrical, but it is still worth confirming with the breaker to be certain. Quoting NS or OS alongside your registration avoids any confusion and speeds up the process.

The Ford Escort-based van (the Escort Van) was rated to a higher GVW than the passenger cars and was often fitted with heavier-duty running gear to cope with payload requirements, which can mean different hubs. You should not assume a van hub will cross over to a hatchback or estate without checking, as the brake and bearing specifications may differ. Confirm with the breaker by providing your registration and, for van enquiries, the payload or GVW rating shown on the vehicle plate.