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TLA 329W

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,688 mi
Last recorded90,688 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLA 329W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 90,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 90,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 90,681 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2016 90,525 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 May 2015 89,775 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 89,769 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 88,080 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 May 2011 88,635 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 88,232 miles

Coolant leak

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 87,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 86,030 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Apr 2008 86,024 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 85,721 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 85,720 miles

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

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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TLA 329W is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TLA 329W, 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 TLA 329W registered?

TLA 329W is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 April 1981.

Is TLA 329W safe to buy?

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