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WPG 181S

1978 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,062 mi
Last recorded25,062 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPG 181S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 25,062 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 25,062 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 24,419 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 23,929 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 23,725 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 23,579 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 23,354 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 23,348 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 53,617 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 23,348 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 23,259 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 21,099 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 20,917 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 19,567 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 19,183 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 18,521 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 18,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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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WPG 181S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WPG 181S, 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

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What year was WPG 181S registered?

WPG 181S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 June 1978.

Is WPG 181S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPG 181S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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