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PDL 353R

1977 Ford Capri

Beige Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

91,803 mi
Last recorded91,803 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDL 353R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 91,803 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 91,803 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 91,543 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 91,543 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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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PDL 353R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Beige with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PDL 353R, 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 PDL 353R?

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What year was PDL 353R registered?

PDL 353R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 June 1977.

Is PDL 353R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDL 353R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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