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OAW 329X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,379 mi
Last recorded9,379 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAW 329X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 9,379 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 9,354 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 7,938 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 7,865 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 7,715 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 7,715 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Ns and os front floor / inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Ns and os rear sill ends (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2009 6,562 miles

bodywork starting to rust

front inner wings and rear floors starting to rust and repaired

front suspension coil springs starting to rust

oil leak

outer sills and inner sills starting to rust

radiator starting to corrode

rear antiroll bar starting to rust and bushes starting to wear

rear shock absorbers starting to rust

rear wheel arches starting to rust

Pass 8 May 2008 1,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Slight play in steering rack input shaft

Pass 9 May 2007 96,466 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 90,622 miles

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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OAW 329X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OAW 329X, 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 OAW 329X?

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What year was OAW 329X registered?

OAW 329X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 September 1981.

Is OAW 329X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAW 329X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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