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A234 WLG

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,912 mi
Last recorded85,912 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2007
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA234 WLG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2007 85,912 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 85,906 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 May 2005 77,998 miles
Fail 24 May 2005 77,998 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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A234 WLG is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A234 WLG, 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 A234 WLG registered?

A234 WLG is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 May 1984.

Is A234 WLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A234 WLG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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