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YOX 69T

1979 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,983 mi
Last recorded17,983 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2009
Typical for 1979 Ford Capri52,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOX 69T
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2009 17,983 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 17,204 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 17,204 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,568 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 13,564 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 11,619 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 11,619 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

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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YOX 69T is a 1979 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 YOX 69T, 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 YOX 69T registered?

YOX 69T is a 1979 Ford Capri, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is YOX 69T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOX 69T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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