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AYX 232T

1979 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,453 mi
Last recorded40,453 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYX 232T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 May 2015 40,453 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2015 40,453 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 39,467 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 38,572 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

small cuts in tyre tread n/s/r

some dampness around carb.

Fail 18 Mar 2013 38,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

small cuts in tyre tread n/s/r

some dampness around carb.

Pass 18 Apr 2012 38,056 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 38,054 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 36,847 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 35,187 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 32,810 miles

Offside Steering arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 30,335 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 30,335 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 28,311 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 28,310 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

both bumper ends not attached to vechicle

front no plate in poor condition

near side wiper blade in poor condition

Pass 10 Jul 2006 28,060 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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AYX 232T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 AYX 232T, 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 47 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AYX 232T registered?

AYX 232T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 May 1979.

Is AYX 232T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYX 232T shows 15 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.

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