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WOH 170T

1978 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,581 mi
Last recorded32,581 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOH 170T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 32,581 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 31,635 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 34,175 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 31,413 miles

general underside corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2015 31,403 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2014 31,003 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 31,003 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 29,671 miles

exhaust slight blow

offside door mirror loose

offside main beam worked with a tap

Pass 29 Nov 2011 28,803 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 23 Nov 2011 28,802 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Oil leak

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 27,312 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 27,209 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 25,671 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 25,671 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 25,649 miles

o/s and n/s rear tyres inner side walls perished

Pass 1 Aug 2005 25,648 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 25,647 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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WOH 170T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 WOH 170T, 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.

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What year was WOH 170T registered?

WOH 170T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is WOH 170T safe to buy?

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