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EKK 324T

1979 Ford Escort

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,031 mi
Last recorded3,031 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKK 324T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 3,031 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 2,913 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 2,340 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 1,812 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 1,812 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 1,812 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 1,812 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 1,812 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 1,812 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 1,149 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 17 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 6 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 883 miles

fuel smell in car no signs of any leaks.front coil springs not fully tight in strut

Pass 27 Aug 2005 32 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 18 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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EKK 324T is a 1979 Ford Escort in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 49,279 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EKK 324T, 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 47 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 EKK 324T registered?

EKK 324T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 15 June 1979.

Is EKK 324T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKK 324T shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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