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GAV 949W

1980 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

48,886 mi
Last recorded48,886 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAV 949W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 48,886 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 48,053 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 47,015 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 46,119 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 45,751 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 44,479 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 43,633 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 42,442 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 41,484 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 39,470 miles
Fail 28 May 2014 35,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2014 35,677 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 33,686 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 31,563 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 29,471 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 29,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 May 2010 27,796 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 27,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 25,268 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 25,268 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 24,605 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,209 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 1 Jun 2006 20,914 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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GAV 949W is a 1980 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GAV 949W, 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

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What year was GAV 949W registered?

GAV 949W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GAV 949W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAV 949W shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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