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OFM 879V

1979 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

86,342 mi
Last recorded86,342 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2011
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFM 879V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2011 86,342 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 86,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 18 May 2010 85,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 May 2010 85,949 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 85,432 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 85,432 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 84,462 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 82,461 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 82,461 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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OFM 879V is a 1979 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1979 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 OFM 879V, 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 47 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 OFM 879V?

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What year was OFM 879V registered?

OFM 879V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 September 1979.

Is OFM 879V safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFM 879V shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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