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END 506T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,406 mi
Last recorded72,406 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEND 506T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 72,406 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 72,404 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 71,347 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 71,176 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 71,080 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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END 506T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 END 506T, 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

How do I check the history of END 506T?

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What year was END 506T registered?

END 506T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 May 1979.

Is END 506T safe to buy?

The MOT history for END 506T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does END 506T have outstanding finance?

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