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CJN 615T

1979 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,091 mi
Last recorded69,091 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJN 615T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 69,091 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 69,091 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 67,007 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 64,459 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 58,852 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 58,852 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 58,852 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 58,852 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 58,852 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 58,756 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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CJN 615T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CJN 615T, 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 CJN 615T?

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What year was CJN 615T registered?

CJN 615T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is CJN 615T safe to buy?

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