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YAW 69S

1978 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,031 mi
Last recorded41,031 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAW 69S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 41,031 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 40,947 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 40,847 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 40,847 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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YAW 69S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YAW 69S, 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 YAW 69S?

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What year was YAW 69S registered?

YAW 69S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 April 1978.

Is YAW 69S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAW 69S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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