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GAO 981V

1980 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,463 mi
Last recorded65,463 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2007
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAO 981V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2007 65,463 miles

offside front jacking point has slight corrosion

Pass 9 Jun 2006 64,673 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 62,810 miles

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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GAO 981V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 GAO 981V, 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 46 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 GAO 981V?

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What year was GAO 981V registered?

GAO 981V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is GAO 981V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAO 981V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAO 981V have outstanding finance?

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