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SRB 240X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,013 mi
Last recorded57,013 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRB 240X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 57,013 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 53,919 miles

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff has slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Jun 2021 53,913 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff has slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Jun 2020 53,714 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf track control inner bush slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf track control inner arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear slight oil from rear axle

Pass 26 Jun 2019 52,947 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smearing

Fail 26 Jun 2019 52,947 miles

Front wiper blades slightly smearing

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 52,506 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 50,943 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 49,516 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 47,766 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 45,689 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 44,776 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,245 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 43,661 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 42,883 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 36,097 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 21,962 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 20,286 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,036 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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SRB 240X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SRB 240X, 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 SRB 240X?

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What year was SRB 240X registered?

SRB 240X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SRB 240X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRB 240X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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