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EDC 295V

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,998 mi
Last recorded90,998 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDC 295V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 90,998 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 90,994 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 90,731 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 1 Aug 2013 90,454 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 90,270 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 90,229 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 90,229 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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EDC 295V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 EDC 295V, 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

How do I check the history of EDC 295V?

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What year was EDC 295V registered?

EDC 295V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EDC 295V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDC 295V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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