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LSC 55T

1979 Ford Escort

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

92,655 mi
Last recorded92,655 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Ford Escort49,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSC 55T
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 92,655 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 92,343 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 92,136 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 91,700 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 91,412 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 91,167 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 90,174 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 89,610 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 89,343 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 88,674 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 87,668 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 87,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 87,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 85,976 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 84,813 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 84,216 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 83,124 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 82,429 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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LSC 55T is a 1979 Ford Escort in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LSC 55T, 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 LSC 55T?

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What year was LSC 55T registered?

LSC 55T is a 1979 Ford Escort, first registered on 22 February 1979.

Is LSC 55T safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSC 55T shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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