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PRN 971X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,495 mi
Last recorded35,495 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRN 971X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 35,495 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 35,485 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Apr 2021 35,485 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 35,448 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 35,477 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 35,113 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 34,726 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 33,665 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 33,585 miles

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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PRN 971X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PRN 971X, 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 PRN 971X registered?

PRN 971X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 March 1982.

Is PRN 971X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRN 971X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PRN 971X have outstanding finance?

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