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PMW 780S

1977 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,466 mi
Last recorded37,466 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMW 780S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2018 37,466 miles

Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

OIL AND COOLANT LEAK

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2018 37,466 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

OIL AND COOLANT LEAK

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 36,742 miles

underbody coated

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

moisture around brake servo no visable leak

rear brake slight grab

steering rubber coupling slight cracks

Fail 7 Jan 2017 36,741 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

moisture around brake servo no visable leak

rear brake slight grab

steering rubber coupling slight cracks

underbody coated

Pass 10 Aug 2015 37,118 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 37,118 miles

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

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

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

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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PMW 780S is a 1977 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 PMW 780S, 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

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What year was PMW 780S registered?

PMW 780S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is PMW 780S safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMW 780S shows 6 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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