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PME 998X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,267 mi
Last recorded87,267 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPME 998X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Aug 2014 87,267 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both front floors corroded

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 12 Aug 2014 87,267 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front floors corroded

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 13 Aug 2013 87,198 miles

o/s/f n/s/f floors have corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2012 87,065 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

o/s/f brake binding slightly

under body surface rust

Fail 13 Aug 2011 26,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front floors corroded

reg plates not standard

sills corroded at rear

strut mounts slight corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2011 26,794 miles

front floors corroded

reg plates not standard

sills corroded at rear

strut mounts slight corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2010 86,553 miles

slight corrosion near n/s rear spring front mounting area

slight corrosion to n/s front to rear inner sill

Pass 13 Aug 2009 86,203 miles

o/s/n/s/f under wings have slight corrosion

Pass 13 Aug 2008 85,855 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 31 Jul 2007 85,675 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 85,458 miles

corrosion to n/s rear floor near spring hanger becoming heavy close to excess

n/s rear closing sill panel looks like repaired with filler and cannot see if there is any excessive corrosion

Fail 17 Aug 2006 85,455 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

o/s and n/s rear quater panels corroded

o/s front floor corroded but outside prescribed area

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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PME 998X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 PME 998X, 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 PME 998X registered?

PME 998X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 May 1982.

Is PME 998X safe to buy?

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