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AEV 891X

1981 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,859 mi
Last recorded87,859 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEV 891X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2020 87,859 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 86,754 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 85,746 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 85,302 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 84,933 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2016 84,922 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Direction indicators not working all indicators (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer (7.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking at pump (2.3.3b)

oil leak

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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AEV 891X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 56,561 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AEV 891X, 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 45 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AEV 891X registered?

AEV 891X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 October 1981.

Is AEV 891X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEV 891X shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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