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FJN 48T

1979 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

12,329 mi
Last recorded12,329 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJN 48T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 12,329 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 11,342 miles

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 11,337 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 10,073 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 10,054 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 4 Apr 2013 10,054 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,839 miles

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

both front inner arm joints slight play

Fail 31 Mar 2012 9,839 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

both front inner arm joints slight play

Pass 9 Mar 2011 19,898 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 32,022 miles

Play in both front seat runners.

Fail 9 Nov 2007 32,022 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Play in both front seat runners.

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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FJN 48T is a 1979 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FJN 48T, 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 FJN 48T registered?

FJN 48T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 June 1979.

Is FJN 48T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJN 48T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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