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RVG 661J

1971 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

78,129 mi
Last recorded78,129 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1971 Ford Capri48,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVG 661J
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 78,129 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 77,891 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 77,541 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 77,541 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 77,435 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 76,981 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 75,909 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 75,040 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 74,906 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 73,789 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 73,008 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

lots of underbody grease/oil

passenger seat belt slow return

slight movement in both track control arm bushes

Pass 28 Jun 2013 72,473 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all brake pipes coated

Pass 23 Jun 2012 72,327 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

all chassis and brake pipes coated

Pass 2 Jul 2011 71,842 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Jun 2010 70,539 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 68,136 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 66,525 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 66,453 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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RVG 661J is a 1971 Ford Capri in White with a 2,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1971 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,638 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 RVG 661J, 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 55 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 RVG 661J registered?

RVG 661J is a 1971 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 February 1971.

Is RVG 661J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVG 661J shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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