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VFL 856X

1982 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,354 mi
Last recorded54,354 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFL 856X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 54,354 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 54,247 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 54,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 53,262 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 52,993 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 52,983 miles

Nearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated Corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative Warning Light (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 52,395 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 51,909 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,814 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 50,326 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 49,331 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 49,331 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 49,171 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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VFL 856X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 VFL 856X, 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 VFL 856X?

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What year was VFL 856X registered?

VFL 856X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is VFL 856X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFL 856X shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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