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SLX 350W

1981 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,040 mi
Last recorded76,040 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLX 350W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 76,040 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 76,040 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2007 74,963 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 74,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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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SLX 350W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SLX 350W, 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 SLX 350W registered?

SLX 350W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 April 1981.

Is SLX 350W safe to buy?

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