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RTF 462Y

1982 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

96,859 mi
Last recorded96,859 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTF 462Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 96,859 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2022 96,778 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2021 96,395 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust is corroded

Slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2020 95,795 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 95,307 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 94,305 miles

Central Front Lower Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2017 94,031 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 92,659 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2015 90,690 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2015 90,690 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 90,018 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 89,533 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2012 88,623 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 87,931 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 87,171 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 86,258 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 85,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 85,830 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 85,809 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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RTF 462Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RTF 462Y, 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 RTF 462Y?

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What year was RTF 462Y registered?

RTF 462Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is RTF 462Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTF 462Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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