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ETA 167T

1979 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,713 mi
Last recorded30,713 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETA 167T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 30,713 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing / strut top area (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2015 30,222 miles

nsr tyre getting low on tread

Pass 4 Nov 2014 28,961 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 28,947 miles

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

emmisions close to upper limits / h/c

exhaust baffles ratting ;

nsf wheel noise ?

Pass 27 Jul 2010 28,220 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

fan belt fitted incorrectly

nsf wheel noise ?

os centre exhaust baffles rattling

Fail 13 Jul 2009 26,566 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

some corroded areas developing on underside

Pass 13 Jul 2009 26,566 miles

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

some corroded areas developing on underside

Pass 7 Jul 2008 24,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 22,469 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2006 19,828 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 18,353 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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ETA 167T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ETA 167T, 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 ETA 167T registered?

ETA 167T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 June 1979.

Is ETA 167T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETA 167T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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