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DEY 246X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,884 mi
Last recorded84,884 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEY 246X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2020 84,884 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 83,928 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor+closing panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 82,719 miles

Offside Rear chassis corroding

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 82,644 miles

front floors corroded

headlamp images deteriorated

Pass 29 Oct 2015 81,965 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 79,882 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 79,638 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 7,908 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 78,785 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 78,713 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 78,662 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 78,618 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 78,524 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 78,474 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 78,381 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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DEY 246X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DEY 246X, 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 DEY 246X registered?

DEY 246X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is DEY 246X safe to buy?

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