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PWP 300Y

1982 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

96,173 mi
Last recorded96,173 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWP 300Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 96,173 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 96,057 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 96,004 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 96,917 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 95,821 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 95,744 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 95,695 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 95,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 95,374 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 95,300 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 95,300 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 95,058 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 95,058 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 94,916 miles

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 94,862 miles

both offside and nearside front floors corroded (vehicle has been welded from inside)

metal brake pipes heavily undersealed (difficult to inspect)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 94,862 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both offside and nearside front floors corroded (vehicle has been welded from inside)

metal brake pipes heavily undersealed (difficult to inspect)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 94,702 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2011 94,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 94,425 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 93,635 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 93,635 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 92,429 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 92,429 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 92,040 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 90,184 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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PWP 300Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 PWP 300Y, 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.

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What year was PWP 300Y registered?

PWP 300Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 December 1982.

Is PWP 300Y safe to buy?

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