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URT 996X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,494 mi
Last recorded38,494 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationURT 996X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2021 38,494 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2021 38,494 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 37,428 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 35,070 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

centre and rear exhaust mounts deteriorated

front fuel pipe slightly damaged

Fail 16 Sep 2019 35,068 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

centre and rear exhaust mounts deteriorated

front fuel pipe slightly damaged

Pass 18 Jul 2018 33,755 miles

both front brake binding slightly

front fuel pipe slightly damaged

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

rear exhaust rubber mount slightly deteriorated

Pass 24 Dec 2005 29,671 miles

rear tyres slightly perished

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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URT 996X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 URT 996X, 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

How do I check the history of URT 996X?

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What year was URT 996X registered?

URT 996X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 October 1981.

Is URT 996X safe to buy?

The MOT history for URT 996X shows 7 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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