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SNU 480R

1977 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,175 mi
Last recorded51,175 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNU 480R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 51,175 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 51,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2015 50,145 miles

both bottom front wings corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2014 50,023 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jun 2014 50,022 miles

Offside Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,815 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 49,466 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 49,466 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2011 49,077 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 49,077 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 48,739 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 48,353 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 47,962 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 47,478 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 47,047 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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SNU 480R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SNU 480R, 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

How do I check the history of SNU 480R?

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What year was SNU 480R registered?

SNU 480R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 March 1977.

Is SNU 480R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNU 480R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SNU 480R have outstanding finance?

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