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28 RA

1982 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,283 mi
Last recorded25,283 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration28 RA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 25,283 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 25,118 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 24,986 miles

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

Underside covered in wax oyl/ shutz

Pass 10 Oct 2022 24,867 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 24,867 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 24,833 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 24,765 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 24,681 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 24,618 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 24,503 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 24,426 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 24,351 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 24,269 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 24,181 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 24,109 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 24,055 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2010 23,885 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 23,785 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 23,667 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 23,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 23,472 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 23,319 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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28 RA is a 1982 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 28 RA, 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 28 RA registered?

28 RA is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is 28 RA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 28 RA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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