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KAB 357X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

79,170 mi
Last recorded79,170 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAB 357X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 79,170 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 79,157 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating Both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2021 77,920 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2021 77,920 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 77,227 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 74,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 73,686 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s badly worn ()

n/s/f tire worn on inner edge

Fail 27 Oct 2016 73,686 miles

Nearside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s badly worn ()

n/s/f tire worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2015 72,211 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 67,563 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 67,563 miles

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

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

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

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 67,435 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 67,418 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 65,693 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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KAB 357X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 KAB 357X, 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 44 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KAB 357X registered?

KAB 357X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 March 1982.

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