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A160 SYX

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,370 mi
Last recorded94,370 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA160 SYX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 94,370 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 92,780 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 92,482 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2022 92,123 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 92,112 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking fuel pump union (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 91,280 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 90,311 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 89,332 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 88,214 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 86,009 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 84,290 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2011 82,902 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 82,902 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Engine very oily

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Steering tight when turning Right

Underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 5 Feb 2010 80,400 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2009 77,580 miles

Oil leak

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

o/s/ floor area surface corrosion

slight play in steering rack o/s

Pass 21 Feb 2008 74,614 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

o s r tyre condition

Fail 21 Feb 2008 74,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

o s r tyre condition

Pass 15 Jan 2007 70,950 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 67,485 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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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A160 SYX is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1984 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,971 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 A160 SYX, 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 42 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A160 SYX registered?

A160 SYX is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 January 1984.

Is A160 SYX safe to buy?

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