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BTW 979X

1982 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,022 mi
Last recorded81,022 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2015
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTW 979X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2015 81,022 miles

Front crossmember corroded

N/S/R exhaust mount deteriorated

Plug in O/S/F tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2014 76,368 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 76,335 miles

Slight weapage at half shaft seal

Pass 23 Apr 2012 74,132 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 70,727 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 67,347 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 64,247 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 64,247 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 62,570 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 62,570 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 61,360 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 May 2005 60,515 miles
Fail 18 May 2005 60,515 miles

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

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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BTW 979X is a 1982 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 BTW 979X, 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 44 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 BTW 979X registered?

BTW 979X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 February 1982.

Is BTW 979X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTW 979X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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