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ANX 507S

1978 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,397 mi
Last recorded15,397 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Escort49,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANX 507S
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 15,397 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022

vehicle is heavily modified for rallying

Pass 28 Apr 2021

car is highly modified for rallying

Pass 11 Jul 2020

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

car is highly modified for rallying.

Fail 11 Jul 2020

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

car is highly modified for rallying.

Pass 28 May 2016 5,397 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 5,397 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 5,397 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 5,397 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 5,397 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 5,396 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 5,397 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 5,397 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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ANX 507S is a 1978 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 49,614 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 ANX 507S, 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 48 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ANX 507S registered?

ANX 507S is a 1978 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is ANX 507S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANX 507S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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