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FAH 616T

1979 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,395 mi
Last recorded9,395 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2010
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAH 616T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2010 9,395 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 7,698 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 5,979 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR ANI ROLL BAR MOUNTING BUSHES † †SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/R LOWER SHOCK ABSORBER MOUNTING BUSHES

STEERING FEELS SLIGHTLY TIGHT ON LOCK TO LOCK † †UNABLE TO CHECK OUTER SILLS FULLY DUE TO PLASTIC COERS † †N/S CENTRE FLOOR BECOMING CORRODED (SMALL HOLE)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 4,687 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2006 4,598 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake fluid low in master cylinder † †plastic sill covers

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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FAH 616T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FAH 616T, 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 FAH 616T?

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What year was FAH 616T registered?

FAH 616T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is FAH 616T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAH 616T 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.

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