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KNV 126V

1979 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

77,015 mi
Last recorded77,015 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNV 126V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2021 77,015 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 77,015 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 76,331 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 75,529 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 75,527 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 74,541 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 74,539 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 73,784 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 72,966 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 72,193 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 72,193 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 71,530 miles

o/s front flexible hose metal end joints corroded

slight water leak from water pump area

Pass 17 Jun 2013 71,082 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 70,889 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 70,739 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 70,739 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 70,597 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 70,583 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 70,502 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 70,246 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 69,950 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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KNV 126V is a 1979 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 KNV 126V, 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 KNV 126V registered?

KNV 126V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 August 1979.

Is KNV 126V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNV 126V shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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