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VUB 613X

1981 Ford Capri

Multi-colour Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,159 mi
Last recorded43,159 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUB 613X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 43,159 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 43,150 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Braking system leaking hose appears wet (3.6.A.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 42,237 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 42,237 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s and o/s rear inner wheel arches corrosion at front

Pass 14 Jul 2009 41,699 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 37,882 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 36,687 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 36,633 miles

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

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2006 34,786 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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VUB 613X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Multi-colour with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VUB 613X, 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

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What year was VUB 613X registered?

VUB 613X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is VUB 613X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUB 613X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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