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FSX 876X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,593 mi
Last recorded70,593 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSX 876X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 70,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 89,995 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 89,993 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2007 22,194 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 22,191 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin locking device missing (2.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

floor holed n/s/f out with 30cm of a body mount †also both front jacking points corroded

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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FSX 876X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 FSX 876X, 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 FSX 876X?

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What year was FSX 876X registered?

FSX 876X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is FSX 876X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSX 876X 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.

Does FSX 876X have outstanding finance?

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