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MRS 747W

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,048 mi
Last recorded56,048 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2006
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRS 747W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2006 56,048 miles

same as first test

Fail 14 Nov 2006 56,048 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

bolt missing from o/s/f engine mounting,oil leak,front exhaust slight leak,power steering pump damp,fuel tank sender pipes corroded,o/s/r wheel arch corroded,n/s/f and o/s/f inner sills corroded.

horn,main beam tell tale,drivers seat not pulling forward,brake servo vacuum pipe insecure and tied woth tie strap,brake servo corroded,battery insecure

o/s/f inner wheel arch area corroded,o/s/r jacking points damaged,rear suspension mounting area corroded,fuel tank and straps corroded.

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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MRS 747W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 MRS 747W, 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 MRS 747W registered?

MRS 747W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1980.

Is MRS 747W safe to buy?

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