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TWG 954S

1978 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,778 mi
Last recorded56,778 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWG 954S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 56,778 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 56,778 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 55,707 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 55,683 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 55,683 miles

Front Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 55,134 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 26 Oct 2006 54,875 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 54,868 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TWG 954S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 TWG 954S, 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 TWG 954S registered?

TWG 954S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 January 1978.

Is TWG 954S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWG 954S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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