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VBJ 724X

1981 Ford Capri

Bronze Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,502 mi
Last recorded38,502 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2011
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBJ 724X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2011 38,502 miles

cant see welding due to underseal

Fail 29 Jan 2011 38,493 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 33,052 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 33,048 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 24,869 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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VBJ 724X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Bronze with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VBJ 724X, 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 VBJ 724X?

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What year was VBJ 724X registered?

VBJ 724X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is VBJ 724X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBJ 724X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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