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SNO 51W

1980 Ford Capri

Beige Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,470 mi
Last recorded50,470 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2026
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNO 51W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2026 50,470 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 49,753 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 49,753 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2021 48,579 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 48,579 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 47,873 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2019 47,873 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 47,003 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,019 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 44,805 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 43,807 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 43,148 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 42,948 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 42,946 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 42,622 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 42,567 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 42,104 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 41,674 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 40,846 miles

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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SNO 51W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Beige with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SNO 51W, 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

How do I check the history of SNO 51W?

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What year was SNO 51W registered?

SNO 51W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1980.

Is SNO 51W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNO 51W shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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