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MVW 503V

1980 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,157 mi
Last recorded54,157 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVW 503V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2017 54,157 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement track control arm outer bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes on rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

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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MVW 503V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MVW 503V, 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 MVW 503V registered?

MVW 503V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 January 1980.

Is MVW 503V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVW 503V shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MVW 503V have outstanding finance?

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