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PRH 4M

1977 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,371 mi
Last recorded10,371 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRH 4M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 10,371 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 8,779 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 6,051 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 60,499 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed corroded (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material full length at front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front wing corroded behind headlamp

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded behind wheel

Fail 28 Nov 2020 60,499 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed corroded (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material full length at front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front wing corroded behind headlamp

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded behind wheel

Fail 9 Oct 2020 60,493 miles

Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front inner wing corroded behind head lamp

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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PRH 4M is a 1977 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PRH 4M, 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 PRH 4M registered?

PRH 4M is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1977.

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