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DMV 494T

1979 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,265 mi
Last recorded34,265 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMV 494T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Jul 2015 34,265 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front floorpans holed and corroded but not within perscribed area

Drivers door hinge slightly worn

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

Nearside rear tyre cut in outer sidewall

Outer sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Rear view mirror missing

Slight front brake judder

Slight rear brake judder

Pass 6 Jul 2012 34,178 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 34,081 miles

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 22 May 2009 32,406 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 32,214 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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DMV 494T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DMV 494T, 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

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What year was DMV 494T registered?

DMV 494T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 May 1979.

Is DMV 494T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMV 494T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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