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BRK 551T

1978 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,250 mi
Last recorded84,250 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRK 551T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 May 2017 84,250 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2010 83,718 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 May 2009 83,172 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 82,435 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 82,137 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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BRK 551T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BRK 551T, 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 BRK 551T?

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What year was BRK 551T registered?

BRK 551T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BRK 551T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRK 551T shows 5 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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