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WDV 550S

1977 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,413 mi
Last recorded32,413 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDV 550S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 32,413 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 32,337 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 32,337 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 32,117 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 31,790 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 31,790 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 31,433 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 31,433 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 30,610 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 29,164 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 27,463 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 23,865 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2007 16,510 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

oil leak from rear differential plate

Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,510 miles

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

oil leak from rear differential plate

Pass 2 Aug 2006 12,042 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 11,408 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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WDV 550S is a 1977 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 WDV 550S, 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

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What year was WDV 550S registered?

WDV 550S is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 October 1977.

Is WDV 550S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDV 550S shows 16 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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