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URK 345X

1981 Ford Capri

Beige Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,507 mi
Last recorded5,507 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURK 345X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 5,507 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 5,233 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 4,658 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 4,658 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 2,434 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 2,134 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)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 2,134 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 1,916 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 662 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly advise

Pass 24 May 2008 99,012 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 99,012 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 98,872 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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URK 345X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Beige with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 URK 345X, 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.

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What year was URK 345X registered?

URK 345X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 August 1981.

Is URK 345X safe to buy?

The MOT history for URK 345X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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