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TAR 105W

1980 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,985 mi
Last recorded93,985 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 105W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 93,985 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 93,961 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 93,935 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 93,890 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 93,890 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end modification unsafe Found nut loose. (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut likely to become detached Found top mounting nut loose almost detached. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 93,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2020 93,755 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 93,706 miles

Nearside Front windscreen wiper missing screen in places.

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component spindle seal on rack? (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 93,571 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 93,397 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Oct 2016 93,260 miles

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

all tyres starting to deteriorate

rear wheel bearings noisey

Fail 8 Oct 2016 93,260 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

all tyres starting to deteriorate

rear wheel bearings noisey

Pass 16 Oct 2015 93,113 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of leaf spring inner rear sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 93,090 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking leaking from rack (2.3.3b)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of leaf spring inner rear sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 92,837 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 92,528 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 92,153 miles

o/s/f valve deteriorated

Pass 23 Sep 2011 91,737 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 91,147 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 91,147 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 90,665 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 90,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 90,047 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 89,573 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 89,059 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 88,597 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Sep 2005 88,594 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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TAR 105W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 TAR 105W, 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 TAR 105W registered?

TAR 105W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 December 1980.

Is TAR 105W safe to buy?

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