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XYC 269X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

94,827 mi
Last recorded94,827 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 269X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 94,827 miles

Nearside Lower sill covers fitted .

Offside Lower sill covers fitted .

all around lower body kit fitted .

Fail 18 Jul 2016 94,827 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Lower sill covers fitted .

Offside Lower sill covers fitted .

all around lower body kit fitted .

Pass 18 Jun 2015 94,798 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 94,647 miles

vehicle has been changed to convertable . / also full body kit fitted.

Fail 9 Jun 2014 94,647 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

vehicle has been changed to convertable . / also full body kit fitted.

Pass 4 Jun 2013 94,598 miles

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

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

car has been made convertible previously .

p/s rear brake sticking slightly .

Pass 24 May 2012 94,553 miles

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

no rear seat belts fitted

Fail 16 May 2012 94,553 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

no rear seat belts fitted

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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XYC 269X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 XYC 269X, 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 XYC 269X registered?

XYC 269X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is XYC 269X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 269X shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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