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AHY 109V

1980 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,020 mi
Last recorded58,020 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHY 109V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 58,020 miles

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2013 53,090 miles

all four tyres show signs of cracks [age]

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 23 Aug 2007 52,968 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2007 52,968 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
507
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
11,827
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 4,143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,055
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,852
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 3,080
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 2,143
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AHY 109V is a 1980 Ford Capri in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AHY 109V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Capri typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AHY 109V?

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What year was AHY 109V registered?

AHY 109V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 January 1980.

Is AHY 109V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHY 109V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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