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OEK 952W

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,705 mi
Last recorded44,705 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEK 952W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 44,705 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 43,356 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 28 Jan 2020 43,356 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt of the wrong type (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt of the wrong type (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported under bonnet at bulkhead (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

exhaust slightly deteriorated

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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OEK 952W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 OEK 952W, 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 OEK 952W?

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What year was OEK 952W registered?

OEK 952W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 April 1981.

Is OEK 952W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEK 952W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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