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CAK 396T

1978 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,765 mi
Last recorded31,765 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAK 396T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 31,765 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 31,277 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 31,197 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 31,089 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 31,003 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 30,914 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 30,914 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Lower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear tyres perishing

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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CAK 396T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 CAK 396T, 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 CAK 396T?

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What year was CAK 396T registered?

CAK 396T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is CAK 396T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAK 396T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAK 396T have outstanding finance?

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