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A178 VNO

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,554 mi
Last recorded86,554 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA178 VNO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2024 86,554 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 86,357 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 86,313 miles

exhaust rubbers missing rear box

front discs slight corrosion

n/s/f and rear tyres tread getting low

slight exhaust blow rear box pipe

Fail 17 May 2017 86,313 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust rubbers missing rear box

front discs slight corrosion

n/s/f and rear tyres tread getting low

slight exhaust blow rear box pipe

Pass 12 Jan 2016 85,708 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion very slight (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 18 May 2012 85,630 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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A178 VNO is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A178 VNO, 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 A178 VNO registered?

A178 VNO is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 June 1984.

Is A178 VNO safe to buy?

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