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MUU 662X

1982 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

34,028 mi
Last recorded34,028 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUU 662X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 34,028 miles

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top mounts have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

emits blue smoke from engine bay

oil leak

supercharger protruding bonnet but not affecting drivers view

Fail 17 Feb 2025 34,028 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect position lamp too bright and affecting headlamp aim (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect position lamp too bright and affecting headlamp aim (4.1.2 (c))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top mounts have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

emits blue smoke from engine bay

oil leak

supercharger protruding bonnet but not affecting drivers view

Pass 22 May 2019 34,028 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 34,028 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 34,028 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 34,028 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,028 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 21,438 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight cut in tread

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

rear seats have been removed

steering rack has slight play at track rods

Fail 27 Jun 2016 21,438 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre has slight cut in tread

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

rear seats have been removed

steering rack has slight play at track rods

Pass 5 Jun 2010 12,022 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r spring shackle bolt short

slight exhaust blows from joints

Fail 2 Jun 2010 12,022 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r spring shackle bolt short

slight exhaust blows from joints

Pass 11 Nov 2008 9,373 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s lower outer sill blistering with rust

Fail 5 Nov 2008 9,364 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s lower outer sill blistering with rust

Pass 18 May 2006 7,300 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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MUU 662X is a 1982 Ford Capri in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 MUU 662X, 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 MUU 662X registered?

MUU 662X is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 May 1982.

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