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NMW 988R

1977 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,116 mi
Last recorded52,116 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMW 988R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 52,116 miles
Pass 19 May 2017
Pass 11 Oct 2013 51,474 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 51,474 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 50,960 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 554 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 554 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2006 99,864 miles

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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NMW 988R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 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 NMW 988R, 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 49 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMW 988R?

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What year was NMW 988R registered?

NMW 988R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 February 1977.

Is NMW 988R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMW 988R shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NMW 988R have outstanding finance?

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