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MPU 158V

1980 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,494 mi
Last recorded15,494 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2007
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPU 158V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2007 15,494 miles

CORROSION IN NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR

CORROSION IN BOTH FRONT WINGS

CORROSION IN NEARSIDE FRONT & REAR CHASSIS

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT DOOR STEP

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT INNER WING

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE OUTER SILL

ENGINE LEAKING OIL

Fail 7 Feb 2007 15,494 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

CORROSION IN BOTH FRONT WINGS

CORROSION IN NEARSIDE FRONT & REAR CHASSIS

CORROSION IN NEARSIDE FRONT FLOOR

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT DOOR STEP

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE FRONT INNER WING

CORROSION IN OFFSIDE OUTER SILL

ENGINE LEAKING OIL

Pass 7 Feb 2006 12,589 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 12,589 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

CORROSION IN NEARSIDE FRONT CHASSIS, REAR CHASSIS AND FLOOR

OFFSIDE TRACK CONTROL ARM BUSHES WORN

SLIGHT EXHAUST LEAK FROM FRONT PIPE TO MANIFOLD

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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MPU 158V is a 1980 Ford Capri in White with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MPU 158V, 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 MPU 158V registered?

MPU 158V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 May 1980.

Is MPU 158V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPU 158V shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPU 158V have outstanding finance?

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