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RHL 32X

1981 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,341 mi
Last recorded99,341 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1981 Ford Capri56,561 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHL 32X
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 99,341 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 99,288 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 99,288 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2018 99,189 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both front jacking points crushed trapping fuel pipe to the nearside

Pass 12 Apr 2017 99,016 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale dim

Pass 28 Apr 2016 98,739 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 98,739 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cross member (6.1.A.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 98,566 miles

Jacking points crushed.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 98,527 miles

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

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

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

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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RHL 32X is a 1981 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RHL 32X, 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 RHL 32X registered?

RHL 32X is a 1981 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is RHL 32X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHL 32X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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