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FJW 18V

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

4,337 mi
Last recorded4,337 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJW 18V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 4,337 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 4,137 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 4,135 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 3,670 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 103,007 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 May 2013 101,802 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 100,963 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 100,963 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2012 917 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 99,508 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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FJW 18V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 FJW 18V, 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 46 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 FJW 18V registered?

FJW 18V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 May 1980.

Is FJW 18V safe to buy?

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