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YPB 696Y

1982 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,641 mi
Last recorded98,641 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPB 696Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 98,641 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 98,364 miles
Fail 5 May 2021 98,354 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened both front, movement when jacked up (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Windscreen washer not working pipe re-attached (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

rear diff leaking (filler plug loose)

Pass 9 May 2020 97,800 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both ()

Pass 17 Apr 2018 97,685 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 97,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 97,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2015 97,141 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 96,686 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 96,397 miles

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

advise rear brake check

Fail 28 Jun 2012 96,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 96,086 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 95,155 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 95,152 miles

Offside Rear front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Cambelt cover missing

Front coil springs located by cable ties

Nearside front wiper smearing

Nearside lower inner sill corroded

Offside lower inner sill corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2010 93,332 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 93,318 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 89,745 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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YPB 696Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YPB 696Y, 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 YPB 696Y registered?

YPB 696Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 December 1982.

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