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RMJ 88W

1980 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,433 mi
Last recorded45,433 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2012
Typical for 1980 Ford Capri59,462 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMJ 88W
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2012 45,433 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 45,433 miles

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

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

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 30,796 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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RMJ 88W is a 1980 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RMJ 88W, 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 RMJ 88W registered?

RMJ 88W is a 1980 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 October 1980.

Is RMJ 88W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMJ 88W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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