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UPN 291Y

1982 Ford Capri

Gold Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,772 mi
Last recorded48,772 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 1982 Ford Capri54,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPN 291Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 48,772 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 48,586 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 48,341 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 48,111 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 47,846 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 47,634 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 47,214 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 47,200 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 May 2014 47,079 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 6 May 2014 47,074 miles

Nearside Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 45,734 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 45,412 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 45,054 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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UPN 291Y is a 1982 Ford Capri in Gold with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 54,714 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 UPN 291Y, 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 44 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 UPN 291Y registered?

UPN 291Y is a 1982 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1982.

Is UPN 291Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPN 291Y shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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