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PBT 52T

1979 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,626 mi
Last recorded42,626 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBT 52T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 42,626 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 26,509 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 26,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 26,509 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Slight cracking on front number plate

Slight n/s front brake inbalance.

Fail 23 Jul 2007 26,509 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 May 2006 26,174 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 26,174 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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PBT 52T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PBT 52T, 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 PBT 52T?

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What year was PBT 52T registered?

PBT 52T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 January 1979.

Is PBT 52T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBT 52T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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