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BUT 975T

1979 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,825 mi
Last recorded40,825 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUT 975T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 40,825 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 40,767 miles

light corrosion all over

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Sep 2017 40,767 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

light corrosion all over

Pass 10 Aug 2016 40,281 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 40,141 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 40,127 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2009 40,056 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 39,644 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 39,233 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 38,679 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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BUT 975T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BUT 975T, 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 BUT 975T registered?

BUT 975T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 February 1979.

Is BUT 975T safe to buy?

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