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MVS 273V

1980 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,545 mi
Last recorded97,545 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 273V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 97,545 miles

Rear Fog Tell Tale dim

Pass 16 Oct 2023 94,225 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 92,836 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2021 92,832 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Fuel pipe insecure under passenger foor. (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure u bolts loose. (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle fixing bolt insecure u bolts loose. (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements no tell tale on switch. (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front fuel pipe, rubber joints, under passenger floor in poor condition.

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rear rubber hanger splitting. (6.1.2 (a))

hazard warning switch. intermittent .

Pass 27 Sep 2013 92,809 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.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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MVS 273V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MVS 273V, 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 MVS 273V registered?

MVS 273V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is MVS 273V safe to buy?

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