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HSF 149X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,449 mi
Last recorded69,449 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHSF 149X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 69,449 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 68,850 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 68,219 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 67,895 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 67,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 66,993 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 May 2007 74,941 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 74,910 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 74,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

main battery cable insecure. †battery insecure.

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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HSF 149X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HSF 149X, 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

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What year was HSF 149X registered?

HSF 149X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 September 1981.

Is HSF 149X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HSF 149X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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