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KBX 809X

1982 Ford Capri

Yellow Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,758 mi
Last recorded54,758 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2009
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBX 809X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2009 54,758 miles

corrosion on outer sills ,n/s/r inner sill,rear axle brake pipe

o/s parking brake not locking on roller test

play in o/s track rod

Fail 31 Mar 2009 54,736 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corrosion on outer sills ,n/s/r inner sill,rear axle brake pipe

o/s parking brake not locking on roller test

play in o/s track rod

Pass 14 Mar 2008 53,008 miles

beams set at upper level

corrosion at rear of front inner wings

play in o/s track rod to rack

Pass 8 Mar 2007 50,964 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 49,491 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 49,406 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Outer Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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KBX 809X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Yellow with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 KBX 809X, 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 44 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 KBX 809X registered?

KBX 809X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 April 1982.

Is KBX 809X safe to buy?

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