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GNU 346V

1979 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

63,626 mi
Last recorded63,626 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNU 346V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 63,626 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 63,620 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 58,482 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 58,478 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe kinked metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) flexi (2.2.D.2b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 58,212 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 58,212 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 56,105 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 56,105 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 54,603 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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GNU 346V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GNU 346V, 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 GNU 346V?

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What year was GNU 346V registered?

GNU 346V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is GNU 346V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNU 346V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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