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KYM 570X

1981 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

4,256 mi
Last recorded4,256 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYM 570X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 4,256 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 4,250 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 4,244 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 4,244 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps BOTH (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 4,237 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 4,230 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2023 4,230 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 4,222 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 4,222 miles

Offside Rear Upper Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 4,015 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 4,015 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 3,816 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 3,733 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 3,730 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 3,707 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 3,450 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 3,429 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 3,423 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

discs rusty

rear arches soft

temp & fuel gauge not working

Pass 23 Aug 2007 3,226 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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KYM 570X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KYM 570X, 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 KYM 570X?

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What year was KYM 570X registered?

KYM 570X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 August 1981.

Is KYM 570X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYM 570X shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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