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DLG 444S

1978 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,900 mi
Last recorded89,900 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2022
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLG 444S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2022 89,900 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 88,909 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 88,840 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 84,708 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 84,691 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Inner Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 83,619 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 81,333 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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DLG 444S 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 85.7%.

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 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 DLG 444S, 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

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What year was DLG 444S registered?

DLG 444S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is DLG 444S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLG 444S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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