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EJK 747W

1980 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,780 mi
Last recorded66,780 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJK 747W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 66,780 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 66,482 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 66,006 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 65,753 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 65,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

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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EJK 747W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EJK 747W, 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 EJK 747W?

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What year was EJK 747W registered?

EJK 747W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is EJK 747W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJK 747W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EJK 747W have outstanding finance?

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