MOT Status
ValidMileage
111,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Oil leak
n/s/f jacking point damage
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
Oil leak
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
hazard switch sticky
n/s/f jacking point distorted
Oil leak
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
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)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Oil leak
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
n/s/r fog light inop
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
n/s/r fog light inop
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VAD 982S is a 1977 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAD 982S, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VAD 982S?
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What year was VAD 982S registered?
VAD 982S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 December 1977.
Is VAD 982S safe to buy?
The MOT history for VAD 982S shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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