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XWV 501T

1978 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,289 mi
Last recorded105,289 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWV 501T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 105,289 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 105,289 miles

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 104,308 miles
Pass 18 May 2008 103,714 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 103,714 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 103,839 miles

1front seat torn 2front door handle stiff3rear shock bushes cracked rubbers 4surface corrosion on chassis

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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XWV 501T is a 1978 Ford Capri in Orange with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XWV 501T, 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

How do I check the history of XWV 501T?

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What year was XWV 501T registered?

XWV 501T is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is XWV 501T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWV 501T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XWV 501T have outstanding finance?

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