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FPO 329X

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,937 mi
Last recorded70,937 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPO 329X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 70,937 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 68,873 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 68,873 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 May 2012 67,214 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 65,296 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 May 2010 62,648 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 60,797 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 58,896 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 57,803 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 56,813 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 56,788 miles

Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake binding (3.7.B.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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FPO 329X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FPO 329X, 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

How do I check the history of FPO 329X?

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What year was FPO 329X registered?

FPO 329X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 September 1981.

Is FPO 329X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPO 329X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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