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WFN 961T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

4,609 mi
Last recorded4,609 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFN 961T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 4,609 miles

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 4,585 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 4,526 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

body has corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2013 4,452 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

body has corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2012 4,403 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

body has corrosion

Pass 5 Oct 2011 4,337 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

body has corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2010 4,092 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 3,862 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 3,549 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,091 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 3,091 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 2,604 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 2,585 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front registration plate cracked

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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WFN 961T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WFN 961T, 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

How do I check the history of WFN 961T?

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What year was WFN 961T registered?

WFN 961T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is WFN 961T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFN 961T shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WFN 961T have outstanding finance?

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