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XPP 826X

1981 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,937 mi
Last recorded1,937 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPP 826X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 1,937 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 1,920 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack area (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 1,797 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Coolant leak top of engine ()

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 94,274 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017
Fail 2 Mar 2017

Braking system leaking vacuum leak (3.6.A.1)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre perished but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Offside Front tyre perished but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Offside Rear tyre perished but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

Pass 11 Nov 2014 93,655 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

clutch cable rubbing steering collum

front shocks weak

rear shocks weak

Fail 6 Nov 2014 93,655 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 93,377 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 92,460 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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XPP 826X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XPP 826X, 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 XPP 826X?

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What year was XPP 826X registered?

XPP 826X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 November 1981.

Is XPP 826X safe to buy?

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