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LMT 982W

1981 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

87,974 mi
Last recorded87,974 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMT 982W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 87,974 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Jun 2016 87,969 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect main beam (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose locking nut loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Front Track rod end loose locking nut loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported main to offside rear (3.6.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid jet does not hit windscreen (8.2.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Dec 2009 87,698 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 87,592 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 87,587 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front tyre wall slightly cracked.

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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LMT 982W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LMT 982W, 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 LMT 982W?

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What year was LMT 982W registered?

LMT 982W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 July 1981.

Is LMT 982W safe to buy?

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