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FVY 777S

1978 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,707 mi
Last recorded48,707 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVY 777S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 48,707 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 48,687 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 48,673 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 48,539 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 48,510 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,141 miles

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

diff cover small hole

very slight binding N/S/F BRAKE

Pass 16 Mar 2007 46,539 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 46,525 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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FVY 777S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FVY 777S, 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

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What year was FVY 777S registered?

FVY 777S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is FVY 777S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVY 777S shows 8 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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