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RCP 250X

1981 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,109 mi
Last recorded60,109 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCP 250X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2018 60,109 miles

Steering box has slight seepage

Fail 16 Aug 2018 60,108 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated Axle oil leak (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 59,825 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

slight axle oil leak on n/s/r

Pass 4 May 2016 59,532 miles

minor engine oil leak

minor gearbox oil leak

n/s half shaft seal leaking

slight play in front wheel bearings

Fail 13 Apr 2016 59,489 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2014 58,872 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 56,390 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 55,051 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 54,993 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 54,772 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 54,467 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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RCP 250X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 56,561 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 RCP 250X, 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 45 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 RCP 250X registered?

RCP 250X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 September 1981.

Is RCP 250X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCP 250X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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