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DOU 58W

1980 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi
4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOU 58W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2005
Fail 4 Aug 2005 30,005 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

battery insecure

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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DOU 58W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 DOU 58W, 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 46 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 DOU 58W?

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What year was DOU 58W registered?

DOU 58W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 September 1980.

Is DOU 58W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOU 58W 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 DOU 58W have outstanding finance?

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