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YVG 185S

1978 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,179 mi
Last recorded42,179 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1978 Ford Capri53,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVG 185S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 42,179 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 41,401 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 40,026 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 39,954 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

some corrosion offside inner wheel arch.

Pass 14 Jan 2009 38,077 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 36,147 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Jan 2008 36,147 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 33,854 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 33,854 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 31,160 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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YVG 185S is a 1978 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YVG 185S, 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

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What year was YVG 185S registered?

YVG 185S is a 1978 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 May 1978.

Is YVG 185S safe to buy?

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