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ATW 156S

1978 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,368 mi
Last recorded99,368 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2019
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATW 156S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2019 99,368 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 99,326 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 99,362 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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ATW 156S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 ATW 156S, 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 48 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 ATW 156S?

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What year was ATW 156S registered?

ATW 156S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is ATW 156S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ATW 156S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ATW 156S have outstanding finance?

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