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VEE 119V

1979 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,406 mi
Last recorded93,406 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEE 119V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 93,406 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 93,212 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 92,862 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 92,128 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 90,665 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 90,663 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 90,313 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 88,881 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 87,359 miles

vin plate missing,chassis number from v5

Fail 18 Jul 2014 87,356 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

vin plate missing,chassis number from v5

Pass 9 Jul 2007 89 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 81 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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VEE 119V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 VEE 119V, 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 VEE 119V registered?

VEE 119V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is VEE 119V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEE 119V shows 12 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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