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ULO 572X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,630 mi
Last recorded56,630 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULO 572X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 56,630 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 56,620 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 56,385 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 56,383 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 55,876 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 55,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 52,562 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

offside and nearside headlamps only just met requirements [recomend replacement]

Fail 3 Aug 2010 52,473 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

offside and nearside headlamps only just met requirements [recomend replacement]

Pass 23 Jul 2009 52,271 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle on the offside and nearside front. This corrosion does not fall within 30cm of any specified mounting point. Therefore this is not a failure at this time.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 52,271 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Corrosion to underside of vehicle on the offside and nearside front. This corrosion does not fall within 30cm of any specified mounting point. Therefore this is not a failure at this time.

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Aug 2008 49,707 miles

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

advise inspection of rear brakes

corrosion to offside front floor pan [not failable]as not within 30cm of any component

Fail 15 Aug 2008 49,670 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

advise inspection of rear brakes

corrosion to offside front floor pan [not failable]as not within 30cm of any component

Pass 16 Aug 2007 68,847 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 68,331 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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ULO 572X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 ULO 572X, 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 44 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 ULO 572X?

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What year was ULO 572X registered?

ULO 572X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 October 1982.

Is ULO 572X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULO 572X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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