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UFW 474R

1977 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

40,012 mi
Last recorded40,012 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUFW 474R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 40,012 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 33,411 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 31,407 miles

Nearside Front shock stiff

corrosion on floor

Pass 1 Aug 2015 28,972 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

exhaust fouling on prop shaft and suspension component

osf brake binding slightly

slight play in front tca bushes

underbody condition poor,numerous holes caused by corrosion but not in prescribed areas

Fail 6 Jul 2015 28,971 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Offside Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

exhaust fouling on rear suspension component

osr wheel bearing not tested

slight play in front tca bushes

underbody condition poor, numerous holes caused by corrosion but not in prescribed areas

Fail 6 Nov 2014 28,942 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

OSF wheel bearing not tested

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

rear exhaust fouling on rear suspension

slight play in both front T C A Bushes

Pass 13 Sep 2013 27,829 miles

slight corrosion on o/s and n/s sills

slight corrosion on o/s/r chassy leg

Fail 8 Jul 2013 27,825 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

rear fog light and telltale not working

Pass 6 Jul 2012 25,711 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 18,029 miles

Battery insecure

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 17,949 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Battery insecure

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brake fluid low

Pass 2 Jun 2010 14,995 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 14,995 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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UFW 474R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 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 UFW 474R, 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 49 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was UFW 474R registered?

UFW 474R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1977.

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