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A21 PCB

1984 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

91,987 mi
Last recorded91,987 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 PCB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 91,987 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 91,977 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 91,807 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 91,736 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 91,590 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 91,502 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 91,043 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 91,042 miles

Brake performance not tested due to n/s/r binding and engine overheating (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested due to overheating and coolant leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine overheating antifreeze/coolant leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to turn wheel by hand and access wheel bearing (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter housing/cooler and filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 90,700 miles

slight bind nearside rear brake

Pass 27 Jun 2016 90,341 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 89,926 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 89,151 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 15,530 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 15,530 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 15,415 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 14,531 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 14,531 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 14,070 miles

advice hand brake reqs adjusting

offside front floor holed & corroded outside load brg & prescribed area

Fail 4 Apr 2006 14,070 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

advice hand brake reqs adjusting

offside front floor holed & corroded outside load brg & prescribed area

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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A21 PCB is a 1984 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A21 PCB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 PCB registered?

A21 PCB is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A21 PCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 PCB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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