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BWH 445V

1980 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,665 mi
Last recorded84,665 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWH 445V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 84,665 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 84,157 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 84,157 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 83,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

exhaust slight leak

Fail 6 Jan 2016 83,565 miles

Fuel pipe leaking at front subframe under vehicle (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 65% (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 83,494 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 82,370 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 82,278 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 82,058 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 81,245 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 81,245 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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BWH 445V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 BWH 445V, 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 46 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 BWH 445V registered?

BWH 445V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is BWH 445V safe to buy?

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