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XMW 626T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

98,697 mi
Last recorded98,697 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMW 626T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 98,697 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 98,697 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases X 3 (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective X 3 (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 98,669 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2017 98,669 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 98,632 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 98,542 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 98,399 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 98,005 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 97,629 miles

fuel hose at rear very close to exhaust!

Fail 11 May 2011 97,629 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel hose at rear very close to exhaust!

Pass 6 Jul 2009 96,474 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 96,304 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 95,967 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 95,967 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 93,871 miles

Fuel pipe from tank sender very close to exhaust pipe

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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XMW 626T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 XMW 626T, 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

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What year was XMW 626T registered?

XMW 626T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 June 1979.

Is XMW 626T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 626T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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