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DVW 318X

1982 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,304 mi
Last recorded12,304 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVW 318X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 12,304 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 12,303 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Brake servo very corroded

Exaust system corroded

Front to rear brake pipe corroded

both front wipers split

coolent leak from engine

corrosion holes in both front floor pans and arches

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Mar 2012 7,488 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 7,488 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 1,481 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 15 Oct 2009 99,584 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2007 99,224 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 9 Nov 2007 99,224 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 20 Sep 2006 97,191 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 97,173 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DVW 318X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DVW 318X, 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 DVW 318X registered?

DVW 318X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 July 1982.

Is DVW 318X safe to buy?

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