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EDW 103V

1980 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

77,721 mi
Last recorded77,721 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDW 103V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 77,721 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 76,293 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 73,474 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 71,466 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 70,973 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 70,973 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2017 70,886 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 70,834 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 70,797 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 70,706 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 70,618 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 70,451 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 69,687 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 69,072 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 68,715 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle has different width section tyres front to rear.

Pass 1 Sep 2007 67,382 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 65,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EDW 103V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 EDW 103V, 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 EDW 103V?

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What year was EDW 103V registered?

EDW 103V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 March 1980.

Is EDW 103V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDW 103V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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