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VMX 455X

1981 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,810 mi
Last recorded77,810 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 455X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2008 77,810 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 77,810 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 76,727 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 76,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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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VMX 455X is a 1981 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VMX 455X, 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 VMX 455X?

You can check the full history of VMX 455X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VMX 455X registered?

VMX 455X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 September 1981.

Is VMX 455X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 455X shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMX 455X have outstanding finance?

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