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AWH 78V

1980 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,233 mi
Last recorded36,233 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWH 78V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 36,233 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 35,730 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 35,730 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 66,288 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 65,623 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 30,399 miles

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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AWH 78V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AWH 78V, 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 AWH 78V?

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What year was AWH 78V registered?

AWH 78V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 January 1980.

Is AWH 78V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWH 78V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AWH 78V have outstanding finance?

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