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RHK 149W

1980 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,288 mi
Last recorded31,288 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2011
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHK 149W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2011 31,288 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 31,278 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 29,869 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

near side front seal corrosion

off side front inner seal corrosion

oil leak

Pass 23 May 2007 29,301 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2006 26,829 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2005 19,702 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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RHK 149W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 59,462 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 RHK 149W, 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 46 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 RHK 149W?

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What year was RHK 149W registered?

RHK 149W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RHK 149W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHK 149W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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