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MWN 798X

1982 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,070 mi
Last recorded70,070 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMWN 798X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 70,070 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED

Pass 30 Jun 2020 69,675 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 69,436 miles

brake pipes showing surface rusting

seat bolts loose

slight brake bind to rear wheels

small hole in A pillar base offside front in pedal area. non load bearing

Pass 6 Jul 2018 68,996 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 68,299 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 68,299 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 67,657 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 67,580 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2015 67,574 miles

Nearside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Outer Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 67,372 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

heavy surface rust nearside inner and outer front

Pass 4 Jun 2013 66,950 miles

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

heavy corrosion nearside outer lower front

Pass 11 Jul 2012 66,756 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front outer sill heavily corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2012 66,756 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front outer sill heavily corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2011 66,703 miles

rear number plate has slight water damage

Pass 15 Jul 2010 66,662 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 66,456 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 66,232 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 66,226 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 66,071 miles

offside front wheel slight binding

Pass 10 Jul 2006 65,553 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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MWN 798X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 MWN 798X, 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 44 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 MWN 798X?

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What year was MWN 798X registered?

MWN 798X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 May 1982.

Is MWN 798X safe to buy?

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