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BRU 115A

1978 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 5686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

885 mi
Last recorded885 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRU 115A
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,686cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 885 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 198 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 164 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2018 21 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Rear vehicle registered 1978 so no rear fog lamp required

Fail 3 Jun 2018 21 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Rear vehicle registered 1978 so no rear fog lamp required

Pass 6 Aug 2012 636 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 273 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 10,944 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,740 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 7,526 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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BRU 115A is a 1978 Ford Capri in Blue with a 5,686cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BRU 115A, 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 BRU 115A?

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What year was BRU 115A registered?

BRU 115A is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 April 1978.

Is BRU 115A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRU 115A shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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