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OYH 522R

1977 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,608 mi
Last recorded86,608 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1977 Ford Capri48,504 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOYH 522R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 86,608 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 86,606 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2024 85,979 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 85,661 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 85,655 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 85,532 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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OYH 522R is a 1977 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 48,504 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 OYH 522R, 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 49 years old, this Ford Capri is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OYH 522R?

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What year was OYH 522R registered?

OYH 522R is a 1977 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is OYH 522R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OYH 522R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OYH 522R have outstanding finance?

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