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FTL 782T

1979 Cadillac Eldorado

White Petrol 6964cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,389 mi
Last recorded34,389 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTL 782T
MakeCadillac
ModelEldorado
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,964cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 34,389 miles

Oil leak

all brake pipes light corrosion

steering idler has slight play

Pass 27 Jun 2013 34,099 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 34,983 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

play in steering system but not excessive

Pass 20 Jul 2007 34,037 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Surface corrosion on fuel pipes

Surface corrosion on power steering pipes

Pass 30 Aug 2006 34,015 miles

battery loose

corrosion N/S sill end under arch

dampness power steering box

slight blow at manifold

slight corrosion rear discs

slight play top & bottom ball joints

slight wear/perrishing all rubber bushes

surface corrosion brake /fuel pipes

Fail 30 Aug 2006 34,015 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

battery loose

corrosion N/S sill end under arch

dampness power steering box

slight blow at manifold

slight corrosion rear discs

slight play top & bottom ball joints

slight wear/perrishing all rubber bushes

surface corrosion brake /fuel pipes

How Reliable is the Cadillac Eldorado?

Based on 1,019 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
parking brake recording little or no effort 33
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 30
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
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FTL 782T is a 1979 Cadillac Eldorado in White with a 6,964cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Cadillac Eldorado fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTL 782T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Cadillac Eldorado typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 47 years old, this Cadillac Eldorado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTL 782T registered?

FTL 782T is a 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, first registered on 5 February 1979.

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The MOT history for FTL 782T shows 6 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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