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GCE 863W

1981 Ford Capri

Beige Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

74,279 mi
Last recorded74,279 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2006
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCE 863W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2006 74,279 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2006 74,269 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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GCE 863W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Beige with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GCE 863W, 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 GCE 863W?

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What year was GCE 863W registered?

GCE 863W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is GCE 863W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCE 863W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCE 863W have outstanding finance?

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