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SVW 80W

1980 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,548 mi
Last recorded10,548 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVW 80W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 10,548 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 10,259 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 9,921 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front wheel bearing noisy

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2016 9,195 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Aug 2015 8,912 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 8,678 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 8,620 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 8,517 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 8,391 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 8,292 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 7,122 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 6,301 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 5,014 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 5,012 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

high HC readings tickover o/s/f chassis corrosion

Fail 1 Jun 2006 4,375 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

oil leak

rear chassis rusty

Pass 1 Jun 2006 4,375 miles

oil leak

rear chassis rusty

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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SVW 80W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SVW 80W, 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

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What year was SVW 80W registered?

SVW 80W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 October 1980.

Is SVW 80W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVW 80W shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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