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A188 YMF

1984 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,521 mi
Last recorded30,521 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA188 YMF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 30,521 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 21,208 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 18,092 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 13,348 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 13,032 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 13,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.28% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Speedometer not sufficiently illuminated (7.8 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 6,344 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 6,331 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 99,548 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 90,079 miles

Nearside door mirror glass broken

Fail 20 Jan 2017 90,077 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure outer clip missing (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure both (5.2.1a)

Nearside door mirror glass broken

Pass 6 Feb 2016 80,780 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 79,733 miles

n/s/r tyre poor condition

o/s/r tyre poor condition

Pass 10 Oct 2013 77,896 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 77,896 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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A188 YMF is a 1984 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 A188 YMF, 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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How do I check the history of A188 YMF?

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What year was A188 YMF registered?

A188 YMF is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 June 1984.

Is A188 YMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A188 YMF shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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