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JOB 359W

1981 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,693 mi
Last recorded4,693 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2006
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOB 359W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2006 4,693 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 83 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 83 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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JOB 359W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JOB 359W, 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 JOB 359W?

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What year was JOB 359W registered?

JOB 359W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is JOB 359W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOB 359W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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