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XWS 258V

1979 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 3096cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

94,358 mi
Last recorded94,358 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWS 258V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,096cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2008 94,358 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2008 94,358 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2007 81,507 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 81,507 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin retaining device missing (2.4.B.3b)

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

front tyres worn on outer edges

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 10 Aug 2006 74,328 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 74,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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XWS 258V is a 1979 Ford Capri in Green with a 3,096cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 XWS 258V, 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.

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What year was XWS 258V registered?

XWS 258V is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is XWS 258V safe to buy?

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