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TEU 777S

1978 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

463 mi
Last recorded463 miles
Recorded on20 May 2011
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEU 777S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2011 463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

covers over sills unable to see all testable items genral corrosion on all floors/under body/chassis

light scratches zone b of windscreen

small cracks on offside front tyre

Fail 20 Apr 2011 443 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 12,655 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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TEU 777S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,846 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 TEU 777S, 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.

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What year was TEU 777S registered?

TEU 777S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 May 1978.

Is TEU 777S safe to buy?

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