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LFS 103X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,654 mi
Last recorded89,654 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2020
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFS 103X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2020 89,654 miles

Offside Front antiroll bar securing nut has split pin missing

Fail 3 Dec 2020 89,654 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front antiroll bar securing nut has split pin missing

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 89,286 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 88,860 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside of car under sealed on repairs

Fail 10 Dec 2018 88,853 miles

Brake pipe excessively damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member/ anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shackle mounting/chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member/ anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shackle mounting/ chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside of car heavily under sealed on repairs

Pass 13 Sep 2016 88,804 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 88,804 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2005 88,741 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear (3.5.1f)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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LFS 103X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LFS 103X, 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 LFS 103X registered?

LFS 103X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 May 1982.

Is LFS 103X safe to buy?

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