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FMY 506V

1979 Ford Escort

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,241 mi
Last recorded58,241 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMY 506V
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2015 58,241 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

low output on rear number plate lights plus offside front side light

no chassis plate fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2014 58,135 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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FMY 506V is a 1979 Ford Escort in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 FMY 506V, 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 FMY 506V?

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What year was FMY 506V registered?

FMY 506V is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 17 October 1979.

Is FMY 506V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMY 506V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FMY 506V have outstanding finance?

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