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TEJ 901T

1979 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,582 mi
Last recorded16,582 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2011
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEJ 901T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2011 16,582 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 15,267 miles

on taperly test the car pulls slightly to the left

Pass 12 Aug 2009 14,839 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 14,804 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 14,804 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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TEJ 901T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 52,230 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 TEJ 901T, 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 47 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 TEJ 901T?

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What year was TEJ 901T registered?

TEJ 901T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is TEJ 901T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEJ 901T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEJ 901T have outstanding finance?

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