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OUV 397Y

1982 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,056 mi
Last recorded95,056 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUV 397Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2012 95,056 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 94,972 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 93,966 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 93,382 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 92,491 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 92,468 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 92,034 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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OUV 397Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OUV 397Y, 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 OUV 397Y?

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What year was OUV 397Y registered?

OUV 397Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 December 1982.

Is OUV 397Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUV 397Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OUV 397Y have outstanding finance?

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