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XEW 386X

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,530 mi
Last recorded69,530 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEW 386X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2023 69,530 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 69,296 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 69,153 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 69,056 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 69,056 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 27 May 2016 68,906 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

oil leaks from engine, gearbox and diff

Pass 27 May 2015 68,772 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,595 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 68,404 miles

propshaft bearings badly worn

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 14 Nov 2012 68,404 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

propshaft bearings badly worn

Pass 24 Oct 2011 68,171 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 68,171 miles

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 67,211 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 67,211 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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XEW 386X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XEW 386X, 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

How do I check the history of XEW 386X?

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What year was XEW 386X registered?

XEW 386X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 January 1982.

Is XEW 386X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEW 386X shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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