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LEO 326

1980 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,112 mi
Last recorded27,112 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEO 326
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 27,112 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Jul 2024 26,491 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 25,976 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 25,190 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 24,208 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 23,490 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 20,395 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 22,382 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 20,676 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 19,466 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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LEO 326 is a 1980 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 LEO 326, 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 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LEO 326?

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What year was LEO 326 registered?

LEO 326 is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 January 1980.

Is LEO 326 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEO 326 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LEO 326 have outstanding finance?

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