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GPU 118Y

1982 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,155 mi
Last recorded24,155 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPU 118Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 24,155 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 24,149 miles

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated corrossion (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 24,014 miles

Nearside Sill corrosion

Offside Sill corrosion.

Fail 7 Jun 2017 24,013 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty Remains on (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Sill corrosion

Offside Sill corrosion.

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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GPU 118Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GPU 118Y, 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 GPU 118Y registered?

GPU 118Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 October 1982.

Is GPU 118Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPU 118Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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