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GMY 462V

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,107 mi
Last recorded54,107 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMY 462V
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 54,107 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 53,828 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 53,813 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 53,813 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2018 53,799 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 53,563 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 52,929 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 52,058 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 May 2014 51,476 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 51,014 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 50,622 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 50,252 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 49,717 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 48,582 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 48,482 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 48,434 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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GMY 462V is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 GMY 462V, 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 46 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GMY 462V registered?

GMY 462V is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 January 1980.

Is GMY 462V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMY 462V shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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