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EFB 821W

1980 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,921 mi
Last recorded87,921 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFB 821W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 87,921 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 87,879 miles

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

front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 87,847 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 87,683 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 87,683 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EFB 821W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 EFB 821W, 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 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EFB 821W?

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What year was EFB 821W registered?

EFB 821W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 December 1980.

Is EFB 821W safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFB 821W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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