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A164 MPW

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,164 mi
Last recorded69,164 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA164 MPW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2024 69,164 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 69,154 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2023 69,128 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 69,053 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 68,614 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 68,460 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 67,511 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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A164 MPW is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A164 MPW, 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 A164 MPW registered?

A164 MPW is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 March 1984.

Is A164 MPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A164 MPW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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