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JLK 738V

1979 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,857 mi
Last recorded29,857 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLK 738V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 29,857 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 29,690 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Jun 2016 29,541 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 29,352 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2014 28,907 miles

Offside Front Lower Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 28,899 miles

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 28,835 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 28,487 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 28,487 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Sep 2007 28,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 27,075 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 27,066 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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JLK 738V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 JLK 738V, 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

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What year was JLK 738V registered?

JLK 738V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is JLK 738V safe to buy?

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Does JLK 738V have outstanding finance?

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