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FLN 293T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,893 mi
Last recorded88,893 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2016
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLN 293T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2016 88,893 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Dec 2016 88,893 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jul 2015 88,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 88,585 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 88,585 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 88,482 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 19 May 2011 87,994 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 87,633 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 87,633 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 86,071 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Oil leak

fuel tank starting to corrode

Pass 4 Oct 2007 79,440 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 71,143 miles

Nearside and offside front + nearside rear tyre walls just starting to crack

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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FLN 293T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FLN 293T, 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 FLN 293T registered?

FLN 293T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is FLN 293T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLN 293T shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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