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A266 ERA

1984 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,662 mi
Last recorded73,662 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA266 ERA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 73,662 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracking on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 May 2017 73,336 miles

Nearside Front Has cracks in the sidewalls.

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Has cracks in the sidewalls.

No passenger seats or seat belts installed at the time of test.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 May 2017 73,299 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Has cracks in the sidewalls.

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Has cracks in the sidewalls.

No passenger seats or seat belts installed at the time of test.

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Nov 2014 73,048 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 73,048 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 71,526 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 70,521 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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A266 ERA is a 1984 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A266 ERA, 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 A266 ERA registered?

A266 ERA is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 March 1984.

Is A266 ERA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A266 ERA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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