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PNB 95W

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,671 mi
Last recorded76,671 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNB 95W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 76,671 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 76,402 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 76,309 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 75,690 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

corrosion on offside inner wing

corrosion on offside sill

rear valance corroded

Fail 25 Aug 2009 75,673 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

corrosion on offside inner wing

corrosion on offside sill

Pass 4 Aug 2008 74,288 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 74,288 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 73,735 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 73,722 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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PNB 95W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PNB 95W, 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 PNB 95W registered?

PNB 95W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 February 1981.

Is PNB 95W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNB 95W shows 9 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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