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XYC 4X

1981 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

69,225 mi
Last recorded69,225 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 4X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 69,225 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 69,191 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 69,015 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 68,897 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 68,181 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 67,517 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 64,622 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 64,500 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 4 May 2018 64,491 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2017 64,352 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear axle pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases n/s front pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 64,061 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 64,057 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported o/s silencer strap broken (7.1.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 63,519 miles

slight play in rack inner arms

Pass 4 Oct 2013 63,504 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 63,481 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 63,418 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 63,397 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 63,333 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 63,066 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 62,800 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 62,565 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 4X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Gold with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 XYC 4X, 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 4X registered?

XYC 4X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is XYC 4X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 4X shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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