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UOX 502S

1978 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOX 502S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 1 miles

Brakes slightly spongey but do lock up

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust joins (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Oct 2016 28,299 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear leaf spring lowering kit fitted

stainless steel system fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2012 36,845 miles

Coolant leak

battery insecure

Fail 30 Oct 2012 36,845 miles

Nearside Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Coolant leak

battery insecure

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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UOX 502S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UOX 502S, 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 UOX 502S registered?

UOX 502S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 April 1978.

Is UOX 502S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOX 502S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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