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OKP 799W

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,185 mi
Last recorded32,185 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKP 799W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 32,185 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tires worn low in tread and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 32,142 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 23,555 miles

slight pay front wheel bearings

Pass 26 Oct 2012 19,340 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 19,340 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear akle / ( front of diff ) leaking

Pass 14 Jul 2011 13,039 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 6,511 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 6,510 miles

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

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

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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OKP 799W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OKP 799W, 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 OKP 799W?

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What year was OKP 799W registered?

OKP 799W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is OKP 799W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKP 799W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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