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PFA 95W

1980 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,299 mi
Last recorded82,299 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2008
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFA 95W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2008 82,299 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 82,298 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 81,581 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 81,572 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front floor severly corroded

offside rear suspension soft

Pass 24 Mar 2006 81,112 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 81,111 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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PFA 95W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 PFA 95W, 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 PFA 95W registered?

PFA 95W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 December 1980.

Is PFA 95W safe to buy?

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