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EFW 201X

1982 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,580 mi
Last recorded10,580 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFW 201X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 10,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 6 Aug 2021 10,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 12 Aug 2020 10,521 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 10,517 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2015 10,500 miles

Coolant leak

over heating

Fail 10 Feb 2015 10,500 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Coolant leak

over heating

Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,491 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 10,491 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 10,342 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 10,336 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 10,326 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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EFW 201X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 EFW 201X, 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 EFW 201X registered?

EFW 201X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 May 1982.

Is EFW 201X safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFW 201X shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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