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DKP 988T

1979 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,337 mi
Last recorded89,337 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKP 988T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2008 89,337 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 89,316 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

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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DKP 988T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DKP 988T, 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 DKP 988T?

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What year was DKP 988T registered?

DKP 988T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 May 1979.

Is DKP 988T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKP 988T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DKP 988T have outstanding finance?

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