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FJX 237S

1978 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,930 mi
Last recorded17,930 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2007
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJX 237S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2007 17,930 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 17,920 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front and rear body corroded

fuel tank straps corroded

nearside front chassis corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2006 15,356 miles

Condition of handbrake cable. Oil leak. Susension top bushes stiff. Corrosion to fuel tank straps. Oil on steering pump. Condition of n/s/f and rear tyres.

Front no.plate cracked. Corrosion to brake pipes and flexi ferrules. Corrosion to floor, chassis and inner arches. Corrosion around rear bump stops.

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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FJX 237S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 FJX 237S, 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 48 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 FJX 237S?

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What year was FJX 237S registered?

FJX 237S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 February 1978.

Is FJX 237S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJX 237S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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