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ERE 757T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

41,911 mi
Last recorded41,911 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERE 757T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 41,911 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 41,911 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 41,638 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 41,508 miles

Offside Front inner wheel arch holed at rear bottom corner

Fail 13 Jul 2016 41,508 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front inner wheel arch holed at rear bottom corner

Pass 15 May 2015 41,274 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 40,508 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 39,263 miles

n/s and o/s front inner flitches corrodded and holed non stutal areas

Fail 9 Nov 2012 39,263 miles

Centre Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s and o/s front inner flitches corrodded and holed non stutal areas

Pass 19 Apr 2010 39,173 miles

all 4 tyres derarated on inside of tyres

rear exgaust held on with cable ties

Pass 17 Apr 2009 39,022 miles

all 4 tyres starting to perishis

Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,787 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 16 Apr 2008 38,787 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 38,437 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 38,279 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

slight bind on o/s/f and o/s/r brakes

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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ERE 757T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 ERE 757T, 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 ERE 757T?

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What year was ERE 757T registered?

ERE 757T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 March 1979.

Is ERE 757T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERE 757T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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