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GRA 48V

1979 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,529 mi
Last recorded58,529 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRA 48V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 58,529 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 58,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 56,442 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 56,442 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 55,291 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 55,291 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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GRA 48V is a 1979 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GRA 48V, 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 GRA 48V?

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What year was GRA 48V registered?

GRA 48V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 November 1979.

Is GRA 48V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRA 48V shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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