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FPX 838X

1981 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

95,018 mi
Last recorded95,018 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPX 838X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 95,018 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 95,009 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 94,996 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2016 94,499 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside handbrake low

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 92,403 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 91,166 miles

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

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Sep 2012 88,718 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 87,540 miles

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

all tyres perrished

Fail 2 Mar 2011 87,540 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

all tyres perrished

Pass 7 May 2009 84,792 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 84,792 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 94,020 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 92,725 miles

Engine getting smokey

Nearside rear tyre badly perished on sidewall

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Unable to inspect outer sills due to body kit

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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FPX 838X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FPX 838X, 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 FPX 838X?

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What year was FPX 838X registered?

FPX 838X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is FPX 838X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPX 838X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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