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GWP 799X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,645 mi
Last recorded34,645 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWP 799X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 34,645 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 33,932 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 33,122 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 30,619 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 30,425 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 30,417 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 27,564 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 26,139 miles

brakes tested by tapley meter (LSD FITTED)

hc high close to excess

idle speed low

osf head light aim slightly high

osf shock geting weak

osf shock leaking close to excess

Pass 16 Sep 2011 24,971 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 24,963 miles

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

brakes tested by tapley meter

Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,187 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 22,187 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2009 20,034 miles

complete underside of car covered in underseal

hc are slightly high

Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,392 miles

complete underside of car covered in underseal

Pass 11 Apr 2007 16,398 miles

brake fluid geting low

brake pedle spongy and long travel

brakes tested by tapley meter

nsf head light beam paton only just legible

os HC high

rear exhaust mounting ruber perishing

Pass 11 Apr 2006 14,541 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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GWP 799X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GWP 799X, 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 GWP 799X?

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What year was GWP 799X registered?

GWP 799X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 October 1981.

Is GWP 799X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWP 799X shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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