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UWX 491X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,259 mi
Last recorded1,259 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWX 491X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2019 1,259 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 1,259 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2017 1,036 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 780 miles

both inner ills slightly corroded

chassis rail and floor area has slight surface corrossion

Pass 16 Dec 2015 483 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 460 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 99,982 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 99,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 98,483 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 97,765 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front brake pipes routed differently

offside front brake slightly tight

rear brakes tight

Pass 24 Apr 2010 97,543 miles

drivers seat slightly insecure

fuel componant near tank slightly damp

fuel pipe from pump very close to exhaust

offside steering rack gaitor starting to perish

steering rack damp

Pass 9 May 2009 97,699 miles

nearside front tyre tread low especially on the edges

possible slight power steering leak

slight imbalance on rear brakes

slight leak of gases from l/h exhaust joint

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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UWX 491X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc 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 UWX 491X, 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 UWX 491X registered?

UWX 491X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 September 1981.

Is UWX 491X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWX 491X 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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