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FCC 234Y

1982 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

13,688 mi
Last recorded13,688 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCC 234Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 13,688 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 12,847 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 11,767 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 11,742 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 11,956 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 11,850 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 11,601 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 11,601 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2013 11,446 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 11,357 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 10,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 10,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 10,301 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 9,184 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 8,127 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 7,548 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 6,733 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 5,818 miles
Fail 27 May 2005 5,818 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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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FCC 234Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FCC 234Y, 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 FCC 234Y registered?

FCC 234Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is FCC 234Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCC 234Y shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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