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MFC 805S

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,104 mi
Last recorded92,104 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFC 805S
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 92,104 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 91,843 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 91,803 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 91,774 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

battery insecure

both rear tyres worn low on inner edges

corrosion to both front inner wing panels

damp to steering rack and pump

offside rear brake binding slightly

power steering light when turning left than when turning right

Fail 29 May 2012 91,774 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

battery insecure

both rear tyres worn low on inner edges

corrosion to both front inner wing panels

damp to steering rack and pump

offside rear brake binding slightly

power steering light when turning left than when turning right

Fail 10 May 2011 91,759 miles

Both rear road wheels stiff to turn by hand

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

Front steel brake pipes rusty

Oil leak

Slight corrosion along inner sills

Slight corrosion around front floor pans

Slight corrosion to rear outer sills

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 10 May 2011 91,759 miles

Both rear road wheels stiff to turn by hand

Front steel brake pipes rusty

Oil leak

Slight corrosion along inner sills

Slight corrosion around front floor pans

Slight corrosion to rear outer sills

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 11 May 2010 91,697 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 91,645 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 91,637 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 91,482 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 91,410 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 91,407 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 91,240 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 91,240 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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MFC 805S is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MFC 805S, 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

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What year was MFC 805S registered?

MFC 805S is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 27 February 1981.

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