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OBC 301W

1980 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,715 mi
Last recorded88,715 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBC 301W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2015 88,715 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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OBC 301W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc 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 OBC 301W, 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 OBC 301W registered?

OBC 301W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 December 1980.

Is OBC 301W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBC 301W 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.

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