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DKR 88T

1979 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,317 mi
Last recorded10,317 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKR 88T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 10,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

many old repairs to underside of vehicle which are heavily under sealed

Pass 1 Jun 2017 10,252 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very low - strong advise (4.1.E.1)

oil leak

Pass 13 May 2016 9,954 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 9,949 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 7,900 miles

windscreen as damage outside swept area

Pass 31 Mar 2012 13,211 miles

vehicle has general corrosion

both rear spring hangers corroded

both rear tyres starting to deteriorate

metal brake pipes at rear slightly coprroded

Fail 2 Oct 2010 13,169 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear spring hangers slight corossion

Pass 2 Oct 2010 13,169 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear spring hangers slight corossion

Pass 17 Oct 2009 13,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front antiroll bar bushes have slight play

metal brake pipes at rear starting to corrode

Pass 9 Aug 2008 12,002 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

all metal brake pipes starting to corrode

nearside wing mirror has slight damage

offside headlamp glass cracked

under side of vehicle starting to corrode

Pass 10 May 2007 12,805 miles

Nearside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 12,863 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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DKR 88T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DKR 88T, 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 DKR 88T?

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What year was DKR 88T registered?

DKR 88T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 May 1979.

Is DKR 88T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKR 88T shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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