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SFB 927S

1978 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

93,842 mi
Last recorded93,842 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFB 927S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 93,842 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both front pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 93,841 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp All rear lights (4.2.3 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both front pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 93,741 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

unable to see front pads

vehical undersealed

Fail 11 Jun 2024 93,741 miles

Front Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

unable to see front disc pads

vehical undersealed

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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SFB 927S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 SFB 927S, 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 48 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 SFB 927S registered?

SFB 927S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 February 1978.

Is SFB 927S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFB 927S 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.

Does SFB 927S have outstanding finance?

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