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AVW 309S

1978 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,647 mi
Last recorded58,647 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVW 309S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Apr 2011 58,647 miles

both outer sills showing top rust

Pass 28 Apr 2010 58,412 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 58,109 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 57,718 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 56,760 miles

n/s outer sill slight rust

Pass 15 May 2006 55,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play on the steering rack

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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AVW 309S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AVW 309S, 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 AVW 309S?

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What year was AVW 309S registered?

AVW 309S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 June 1978.

Is AVW 309S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVW 309S shows 6 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 AVW 309S have outstanding finance?

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