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WLE 200X

1981 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,882 mi
Last recorded63,882 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLE 200X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 63,882 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 63,316 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 62,348 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 61,303 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 60,852 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 60,158 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 59,915 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 59,510 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 58,876 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 58,876 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering both o/s/r + front iner sills (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 57,795 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 56,888 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 53,577 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 53,350 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 52,720 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 52,465 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 52,465 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 51,279 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 48,673 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 46,145 miles

coolant leaking

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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WLE 200X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 WLE 200X, 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 WLE 200X?

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What year was WLE 200X registered?

WLE 200X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is WLE 200X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLE 200X shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WLE 200X have outstanding finance?

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