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CEO 988W

1981 Ford Capri

Purple Petrol 2994cc

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MOT Status

Expired

Expires24 Oct 2019

Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)

Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,557 mi

Last recorded83,557 miles

Recorded on25 Oct 2018

Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEO 988W

MakeFord

ModelCapri

Year1981

ColourPurple

Fuel typePetrol

Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

5 pass

Pass 25 Oct 2018 83,557 miles

Pass 28 Jun 2017 83,557 miles

Pass 1 Jul 2016 83,857 miles

Pass 17 Sep 2015 83,567 miles

Pass 7 May 2014 83,557 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Capri?

Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.

75.0%

Pass Rate

507

Miles/Year

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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CEO 988W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Purple with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CEO 988W, 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

How do I check the history of CEO 988W?

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What year was CEO 988W registered?

CEO 988W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 January 1981.

Is CEO 988W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEO 988W shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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