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SWL 627X

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,491 mi
Last recorded19,491 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWL 627X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 19,491 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 19,427 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 19,427 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated Offside front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2013 19,333 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 19,165 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 16,724 miles

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

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

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

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

offside front inner wheel arch coroded

Fail 1 Mar 2011 16,724 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

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

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

offside front inner wheel arch coroded

Pass 5 Mar 2010 16,631 miles

corosion to inner bottom sills

nearside rear tyre cracking

offside rear tyre cracking

oil leak

rear metal brake pipes coroded

Pass 26 Feb 2009 14,403 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 13,015 miles

n/s engine bank running rough

o/s/f wheel slightly binding

radiator leaking

Fail 6 Feb 2008 13,014 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

n/s engine bank running rough

o/s/f wheel slightly binding

radiator leaking

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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SWL 627X is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SWL 627X, 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 SWL 627X registered?

SWL 627X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 August 1981.

Is SWL 627X safe to buy?

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