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55 VYA

1963 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,941 mi
Last recorded72,941 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2018
Typical for 1963 Ford Capri51,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration55 VYA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2018 72,941 miles

Nearside outer sill rusty

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside outer sill rusty

Oil leak ()

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S and O/S (2.4.A.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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55 VYA is a 1963 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 51,235 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 55 VYA, 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 63 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 55 VYA?

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What year was 55 VYA registered?

55 VYA is a 1963 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 September 1963.

Is 55 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 55 VYA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 55 VYA have outstanding finance?

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