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RLK 985W

1980 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,141 mi
Last recorded54,141 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLK 985W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 54,141 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 53,785 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 53,609 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 52,985 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 52,472 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 52,438 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working n/s and o/s (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 52,114 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 51,507 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 51,469 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 50,116 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 50,083 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 49,043 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 45,815 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 44,427 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 39,332 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 39,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RLK 985W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 RLK 985W, 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

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What year was RLK 985W registered?

RLK 985W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 December 1980.

Is RLK 985W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLK 985W shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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