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STL 818W

1980 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

99,594 mi
Last recorded99,594 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTL 818W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 99,594 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 97,660 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 94,758 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 94,318 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 93,513 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 92,875 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 89,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 87,750 miles

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALL GOOD FOR YEAR INFACT AS ORIGINAL IN AREAS TO KEEP SAME KEEP USEING LOTS OF WAX OIL THROUGH OUT VEHICLE

Fail 30 Jul 2011 87,750 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

SILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ALL GOOD FOR YEAR INFACT AS ORIGINAL IN AREAS TO KEEP SAME KEEP USEING LOTS OF WAX OIL THROUGH OUT VEHICLE

Pass 10 May 2010 88,397 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

offside and nearside of steering rack has slight play

Pass 16 Feb 2009 87,855 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2008 86,890 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 84,897 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

advise front number plate cracked

Pass 28 Jan 2006 82,315 miles

advise small crack on front number plate

Fail 28 Jan 2006 82,315 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

advise small crack on front number plate

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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STL 818W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 STL 818W, 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 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of STL 818W?

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What year was STL 818W registered?

STL 818W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 October 1980.

Is STL 818W safe to buy?

The MOT history for STL 818W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does STL 818W have outstanding finance?

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