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XFR 7R

1977 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

82,696 mi
Last recorded82,696 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFR 7R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 82,696 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 82,497 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 81,656 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 81,078 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 80,217 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 80,133 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 80,105 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 79,981 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 79,092 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 78,968 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 78,421 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 77,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 77,385 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 76,528 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 76,168 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 75,774 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 75,044 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 74,292 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 73,877 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 72,640 miles
Fail 12 May 2007 72,640 miles

Centre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 17 May 2006 72,013 miles

brake pedal has more than usual travel, however all brakes operate to a satisfactory level

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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XFR 7R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 XFR 7R, 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

How do I check the history of XFR 7R?

You can check the full history of XFR 7R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XFR 7R registered?

XFR 7R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 January 1977.

Is XFR 7R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFR 7R shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XFR 7R have outstanding finance?

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