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CDO 393V

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,353 mi
Last recorded45,353 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDO 393V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 45,353 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 40,587 miles

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

all 4 tyres perished

Fail 4 Aug 2014

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

all 4 tyres perished

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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CDO 393V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CDO 393V, 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

How do I check the history of CDO 393V?

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What year was CDO 393V registered?

CDO 393V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 September 1979.

Is CDO 393V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDO 393V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDO 393V have outstanding finance?

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