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BNV 935X

1981 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,756 mi
Last recorded16,756 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNV 935X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 16,756 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 16,426 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 16,402 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 16,380 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 15,854 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014
Fail 11 Nov 2014 15,786 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 14,835 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 14,667 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 12,519 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 12,252 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 10,978 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 29 Feb 2008 10,529 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 10,529 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 8,281 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 8,280 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2005 6,277 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 6,277 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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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BNV 935X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BNV 935X, 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 BNV 935X registered?

BNV 935X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 September 1981.

Is BNV 935X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNV 935X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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