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RGU 158R

1976 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,005 mi
Last recorded31,005 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2019
Typical for 1976 Ford Capri50,720 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGU 158R
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2019 31,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 31,152 miles

engine/ gearbox misting of oil

nearside front tyre wearing low

rear anti roll bar mounting rubbers perished

slight corrosion on rear leaf spring mountings

Fail 14 Jun 2018 31,151 miles

Brake performance not tested offside brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

engine/ gearbox misting of oil

nearside front tyre wearing low

rear anti roll bar mounting rubbers perished

slight corrosion on rear leaf spring mountings

Pass 8 Mar 2017 20,782 miles

rear anti roll bar mounting rubbers perished

slight corrosion on nearside rear leaf spring mounting

Pass 22 May 2015 29,331 miles

rear antiroll bar bushes perished

track rod end gaitors starting to perish

Pass 21 May 2014 29,170 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

rear antiroll bar bushes starting to perish

slight corrosion to nearside rear chassis by rear leaf spring mount.

Pass 27 Aug 2011 28,310 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 28,256 miles

corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

slight corrosion on under side of vehicle

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 10 Jun 2009 27,982 miles

front coil springs are wired in

inner sills have welded repairs

slight play front wheel bearings

Fail 30 Apr 2008 26,681 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 26,681 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 24,335 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 23,516 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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RGU 158R is a 1976 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1976 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 50,720 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 RGU 158R, 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 50 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 RGU 158R registered?

RGU 158R is a 1976 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 October 1976.

Is RGU 158R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGU 158R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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