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VVF 572X

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,916 mi
Last recorded17,916 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2014
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVF 572X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2014 17,916 miles

oil leak

slight corrosion to all metal brake pipes

slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 23 Aug 2011 17,855 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 17,855 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 16,958 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 87,139 miles

n/s/f tyre has a cut but not deepenough to reach the cords

oil leak

wipers smear

Fail 29 Aug 2009 87,139 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/f tyre has a cut but not deepenough to reach the cords

oil leak

wipers smear

Pass 4 Sep 2008 85,528 miles

battery insecure / o/s/f tyre wearing on edges /

Fail 1 Sep 2008 85,514 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

battery insecure / o/s/f tyre wearing on edges /

Pass 19 Jul 2007 12,010 miles

slight smear from wipers †cracking/perrishing to various suspension bushes †all tyres starting to wear on edges †surface corrosion to various brake pipes †perrishing to brake hoses †previous welding repairs carried out

stone chip in screen †exhaust system corroded †engine oil leaks †slight play in steering system

Fail 19 Jul 2007 12,010 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight smear from wipers †cracking/perrishing to various suspension bushes †all tyres starting to wear on edges †surface corrosion to various brake pipes †perrishing to brake hoses †previous welding repairs carried out

stone chip in screen †exhaust system corroded †engine oil leaks †slight play in steering system

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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VVF 572X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VVF 572X, 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 VVF 572X registered?

VVF 572X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is VVF 572X safe to buy?

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