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WJB 232T

1978 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

61,534 mi
Last recorded61,534 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJB 232T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 61,534 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 60,571 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 59,878 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 59,256 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 58,557 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 58,033 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 57,555 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 56,899 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 56,329 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 55,742 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 55,259 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 54,396 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 53,552 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 50,440 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 50,440 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 41,565 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 33,747 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 23,247 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 23,247 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 15,879 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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WJB 232T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WJB 232T, 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 WJB 232T?

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What year was WJB 232T registered?

WJB 232T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 August 1978.

Is WJB 232T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJB 232T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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