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DOO 706T

1979 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,387 mi
Last recorded96,387 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2014
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOO 706T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2014 96,387 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 95,679 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,101 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 86,913 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 82,562 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 82,509 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 70,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 24 May 2008 70,617 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 May 2007 65,742 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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DOO 706T is a 1979 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DOO 706T, 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.

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What year was DOO 706T registered?

DOO 706T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 March 1979.

Is DOO 706T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOO 706T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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