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MNM 879V

1980 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,690 mi
Last recorded25,690 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2015
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNM 879V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2015 25,690 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 25,323 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 24,819 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 24,335 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,626 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 22,347 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 20,339 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

general surface corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,308 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 16,574 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 14,117 miles

os door rusted through slight rust rear brake pipes

Fail 22 Dec 2005 14,109 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure . os door rusted through. both front tyres worn on inner treadslight rust rear brake pipes

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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MNM 879V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MNM 879V, 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 MNM 879V registered?

MNM 879V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is MNM 879V safe to buy?

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