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YFW 176X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

44,755 mi
Last recorded44,755 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2022
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFW 176X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2022 44,755 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

surface rust underside

welded / plated

Fail 27 Aug 2022 44,751 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

surface rust underside

welded / plated

Pass 17 Oct 2020 44,625 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

surface rust / under seal underside

Pass 11 Oct 2019 44,483 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

drivers door hard to close

Fail 2 Oct 2019 44,481 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front of leaf spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner wing holed

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

drivers door hard to close

Pass 28 Jul 2018 43,020 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 43,006 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2015 42,421 miles

both front upper inner wings corroded

oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2015 42,405 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

both front upper inner wing corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 40,312 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 40,132 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 40,115 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 39,749 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,738 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 38,728 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

rear fuel pipes rubbing on exhaust

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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YFW 176X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YFW 176X, 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 YFW 176X registered?

YFW 176X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is YFW 176X safe to buy?

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