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TVU 580X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,902 mi
Last recorded9,902 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTVU 580X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2021 9,902 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 9,811 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 9,224 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 8,373 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 8,372 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 6,864 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 5,630 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 5,626 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 4,871 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 4,871 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 4,148 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 4,148 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 2,635 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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TVU 580X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 TVU 580X, 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 TVU 580X registered?

TVU 580X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 September 1981.

Is TVU 580X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TVU 580X shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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