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FVS 525T

1979 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,213 mi
Last recorded53,213 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVS 525T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2018 53,213 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 52,946 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 52,725 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,017 miles

front coil springs rusty

front to rear chassis rails starting to corrode

inner and outer sills starting to corrode

n/s/f inner wing starting to corrode

rear leaf spring mountings rusty

Pass 13 May 2014 51,211 miles

both front coil springs rusty and spring top mts starting to corrode

both front to rear chassis rails starting to corrode

front and rear crossmembers rusty

front and rear leaf spring mountings showing signs of corrosion

inner and outer sills showing signs of corrosion

rear bumper missing

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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FVS 525T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FVS 525T, 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

How do I check the history of FVS 525T?

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What year was FVS 525T registered?

FVS 525T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is FVS 525T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVS 525T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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