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RPU 655M

1974 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

6,708 mi
Last recorded6,708 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1974 Ford Capri51,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPU 655M
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 6,708 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 5,118 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 4,255 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 3,252 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 2,144 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 1,096 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 659 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 99,634 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 98,405 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 97,809 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 97,062 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 96,291 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 95,631 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 95,631 miles

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

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 94,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 94,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 93,882 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 93,015 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 92,105 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 91,137 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 90,126 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 88,554 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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RPU 655M is a 1974 Ford Capri in Green with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1974 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 51,658 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 RPU 655M, 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 52 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 RPU 655M?

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What year was RPU 655M registered?

RPU 655M is a 1974 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 May 1974.

Is RPU 655M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPU 655M shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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