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ONF 478W

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,917 mi
Last recorded26,917 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONF 478W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 26,917 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 22,801 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 20,565 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 20,544 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 17,048 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 17,048 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 17,038 miles

fuel cap seal poor

rear seats not fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2015 17,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

fuel cap seal poor

rear seats not fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2014 16,812 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

n/s mirror missing

Pass 4 Jul 2011 15,015 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 15,015 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,992 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 12,672 miles

both front seats have play in runners

Fail 4 Jun 2009 12,672 miles

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

both front seats have play in runners

Pass 12 Jun 2008 7,567 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,823 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 3,944 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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ONF 478W is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 ONF 478W, 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

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What year was ONF 478W registered?

ONF 478W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 January 1981.

Is ONF 478W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONF 478W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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