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SYY 794S

1978 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,334 mi
Last recorded34,334 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYY 794S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 34,334 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 21 May 2014 34,333 miles

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 14 May 2013 33,946 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 33,566 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2012 33,562 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 May 2011 33,306 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 32,645 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 32,119 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 31,791 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 21 May 2008 31,791 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 31,287 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 30,460 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 30,065 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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SYY 794S is a 1978 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 SYY 794S, 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 SYY 794S registered?

SYY 794S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 January 1978.

Is SYY 794S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYY 794S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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