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EKR 584V

1979 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,777 mi
Last recorded18,777 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKR 584V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 18,777 miles

All four tyres are beginning to perish

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Propshaft joint warn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 19,755 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

All four tyres are beginning to perish

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Propshaft joint warn

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 22,487 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 20,546 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 17,569 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 16,367 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,460 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,567 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 10,480 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,207 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 8,207 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 6,394 miles

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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EKR 584V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EKR 584V, 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

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What year was EKR 584V registered?

EKR 584V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EKR 584V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKR 584V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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