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KVT 709V

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,596 mi
Last recorded15,596 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVT 709V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 15,596 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 15,300 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 9,861 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 16 May 2013 9,835 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 May 2012 2,820 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Fail 10 May 2012 2,819 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside rear inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2011 97,877 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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KVT 709V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 KVT 709V, 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 46 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 KVT 709V?

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What year was KVT 709V registered?

KVT 709V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 February 1980.

Is KVT 709V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVT 709V shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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