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96,983 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Rear slight dampness to the back plate.
Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
fluid on n/s/r back plate poss old
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.
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B979 NGW is a 1985 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1985 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 56,904 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 B979 NGW, 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 41 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was B979 NGW registered?
B979 NGW is a 1985 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 May 1985.
Is B979 NGW safe to buy?
The MOT history for B979 NGW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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