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DSC 702S

1978 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,467 mi
Last recorded84,467 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSC 702S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 84,467 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 84,185 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Jun 2015 83,674 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 83,419 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 83,416 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 83,383 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 83,379 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 83,283 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 82,496 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 80,820 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006

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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DSC 702S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DSC 702S, 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

How do I check the history of DSC 702S?

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What year was DSC 702S registered?

DSC 702S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is DSC 702S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSC 702S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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