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OUF 400X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

84,102 mi
Last recorded84,102 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2013
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUF 400X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2013 84,102 miles

underside undersealed

Pass 14 Aug 2012 83,779 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

underside undersealed

Pass 22 Aug 2011 83,531 miles

underneath undershield

Fail 16 Aug 2011 83,515 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Hydraulic brake cylinder retaining device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

underneath undershield

Pass 18 Aug 2010 83,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Oil leak

under vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 11 Aug 2010 83,171 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Oil leak

under vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 19 Feb 2009 82,857 miles

ad unable to asses reapair on wings due to been paintead

adv both front brake pipes

adv both reare tyres perishing and nsr tyre on 2m bar

Fail 16 Feb 2009 82,857 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

adv both front brake pipes

adv both reare tyres perishing and nsr tyre on 2m bar

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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OUF 400X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 OUF 400X, 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 OUF 400X registered?

OUF 400X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1981.

Is OUF 400X safe to buy?

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