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VMR 8T

1978 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,346 mi
Last recorded58,346 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 8T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2023 58,346 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 58,280 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 58,149 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 57,892 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 57,842 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 57,583 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

surface corrosion nearside floor

surface corrosion off side rear inner wing

Pass 30 Mar 2006 57,114 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Offside Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

surface corrosion near side rear floor section

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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VMR 8T is a 1978 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VMR 8T, 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 VMR 8T?

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What year was VMR 8T registered?

VMR 8T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 December 1978.

Is VMR 8T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMR 8T shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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