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VHK 493S

1978 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

72,877 mi
Last recorded72,877 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHK 493S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 72,877 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 70,062 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 69,194 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 68,522 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 68,242 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 65,820 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 64,277 miles

emissions limit only just met

Pass 5 Mar 2013 61,777 miles

emissions limit only just met

Pass 24 Feb 2012 60,279 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 58,873 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 58,848 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 57,717 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 72,110 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 72,079 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 68,558 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 65,882 miles

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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VHK 493S is a 1978 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 VHK 493S, 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

How do I check the history of VHK 493S?

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What year was VHK 493S registered?

VHK 493S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 January 1978.

Is VHK 493S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHK 493S shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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