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MFX 44W

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

6,711 mi
Last recorded6,711 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 44W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 6,711 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 6,370 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 6,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 5,589 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 5,583 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 69% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 5,118 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 4,698 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 4,698 miles

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

Rear Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 2,797 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Jul 2013 37,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 37,901 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,748 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 35,495 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 35,495 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2005 35,422 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 35,422 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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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MFX 44W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 MFX 44W, 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

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What year was MFX 44W registered?

MFX 44W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 December 1980.

Is MFX 44W safe to buy?

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