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GLM 991T

1979 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,009 mi
Last recorded3,009 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2021
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLM 991T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2021 3,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 2,861 miles

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 2,817 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 20,614 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 20,614 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Oct 2015 2,604 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front brake caliper modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 2,604 miles

underbody rusty condition

Pass 8 May 2013 2,536 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 2,534 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2012 2,428 miles

underbody rusty condition

Pass 22 Feb 2011 2,318 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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GLM 991T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 GLM 991T, 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.

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What year was GLM 991T registered?

GLM 991T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 June 1979.

Is GLM 991T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLM 991T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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