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TRN 653V

1979 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,784 mi
Last recorded88,784 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRN 653V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2014 88,784 miles

corrosion to nearside and offside outer sills

corrosion to offside front floor/inner sill and nearside front floor /inner sill

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight bind at nearside front brake

Fail 9 Sep 2014 88,784 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

corrosion to nearside and offside outer sills

corrosion to offside front floor/inner sill and nearside front floor /inner sill

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2013 87,005 miles

corrosion to nearside front floor

corrosion to offside front floor to sill

Fail 10 Sep 2013 87,005 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring saddle is moving relative to the spring (2.4.B.7a)

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

corrosion to nearside front floor

corrosion to offside front floor to sill

Pass 17 Sep 2012 79,967 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 75,702 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 75,692 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 74,601 miles

advice exhaust systom corroded

advice front brake discs corroded

advice off side rear arch corroded

advice power steering pump damp

Fail 14 Sep 2010 74,601 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advice exhaust systom corroded

advice front brake discs corroded

advice off side rear arch corroded

advice power steering pump damp

Pass 2 Jun 2006 67,892 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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TRN 653V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 TRN 653V, 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

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What year was TRN 653V registered?

TRN 653V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is TRN 653V safe to buy?

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