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EWT 259Y

1982 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,121 mi
Last recorded82,121 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2011
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWT 259Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2011 82,121 miles

brake flexi hoses started to wear

corrosion on sills

corrosion on springs

corrosion underfloor front to rear

slight oil leak

slight play on steeringf rack

Pass 6 Jul 2009 81,708 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both side upper shocker tops slighty dried

corrosion on sills

corrosion underfloor front to rear

oil leak

slight noise on rack when rocking

Fail 26 Jun 2008 81,104 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 81,104 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 80,407 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 79,183 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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EWT 259Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EWT 259Y, 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.

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How do I check the history of EWT 259Y?

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What year was EWT 259Y registered?

EWT 259Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 December 1982.

Is EWT 259Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWT 259Y shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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