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PBR 256T

1979 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,191 mi
Last recorded61,191 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBR 256T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 61,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 60,906 miles

slight movement in steering rack rubber mounting bushes

Pass 25 Aug 2017 59,110 miles

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

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 58,086 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 57,909 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 56,967 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 55,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 54,888 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 53,707 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 52,602 miles

advise front panel corroding

Fail 16 Aug 2010 52,597 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

advise front panel corroding

Pass 1 Sep 2009 50,681 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 50,647 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2008 49,611 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2008 49,611 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 48,404 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 46,622 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 46,602 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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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PBR 256T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 PBR 256T, 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

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What year was PBR 256T registered?

PBR 256T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is PBR 256T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBR 256T shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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