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DWP 233S

1978 Ford Capri

Beige Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,920 mi
Last recorded60,920 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2006
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWP 233S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2006 60,920 miles

as on vt32 test number 691621706266

Fail 20 Jul 2006 60,920 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

n/s and o/s front wheel arches have been repaired with filla

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

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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DWP 233S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Beige with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DWP 233S, 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 DWP 233S?

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What year was DWP 233S registered?

DWP 233S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is DWP 233S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWP 233S 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 DWP 233S have outstanding finance?

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