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MHK 448V

1980 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,612 mi
Last recorded2,612 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHK 448V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 2,612 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 2,138 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 1,825 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 901 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 528 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2014 45 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 99,533 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 98,984 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 98,369 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 97,543 miles

n/s engine mounting bolts loose/ missing. n/s steering rack ball joint has slight play

Pass 5 Aug 2009 96,413 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 95,664 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 95,108 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 93,173 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight corrosion on n/s front floor/sill

Pass 2 Sep 2005 92,226 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2005 92,225 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.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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MHK 448V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 MHK 448V, 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

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What year was MHK 448V registered?

MHK 448V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 January 1980.

Is MHK 448V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MHK 448V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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