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AKF 243X

1981 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,467 mi
Last recorded57,467 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKF 243X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 57,467 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 55,920 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 54,928 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 53,034 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 51,478 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 49,710 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2011 47,963 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 46,001 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 43,328 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 43,328 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 1 May 2008 41,167 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 39,223 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 39,201 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2006 35,935 miles

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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AKF 243X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AKF 243X, 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 AKF 243X registered?

AKF 243X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 August 1981.

Is AKF 243X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKF 243X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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