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LOC 987X

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,006 mi
Last recorded5,006 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOC 987X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 5,006 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 98,039 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 92,300 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 85,379 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 81,953 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 79,514 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 79,507 miles

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

o/s/r exhaust silencer rubber insecure although supported by another rubber

Fail 6 Jul 2012 79,498 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

o/s/r exhaust silencer rubber insecure although still supported by another rubber

Pass 10 Mar 2009 78,492 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

main startermotor feed wire rubbing against power steering metal pipe osf. clutch requires adjustment.

Fail 18 Mar 2008 77,279 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

c/o high

Pass 18 Mar 2008 77,279 miles

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

c/o high

Pass 8 Mar 2007 74,740 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

handbrake outer sleeve corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2006 72,354 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 72,354 miles

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

Centre Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)

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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LOC 987X is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LOC 987X, 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 LOC 987X?

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What year was LOC 987X registered?

LOC 987X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 September 1981.

Is LOC 987X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOC 987X shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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