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A531 HPC

1984 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

83,908 mi
Last recorded83,908 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA531 HPC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 83,908 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 83,700 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 83,551 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 May 2023 83,551 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 83,259 miles

brake servo slightly rusty

o/s headlamp cracked

Pass 16 Nov 2020 83,228 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 83,199 miles

Offside headlamp cracked.

brake servo unit is slightly rusty.

Pass 6 Nov 2018 83,176 miles

Offside headlamp is cracked.

brake servo has slight corrosion.

Pass 10 Oct 2017 82,510 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Offside headlamp is cracked.

Pass 4 Oct 2016 82,322 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Nearside Front inner wing has slight rust.

Nearside Rear tyre is cracked.

Offside headlamp is cracked.

brakes are binding slightly.

Pass 13 Jul 2015 82,131 miles

nearside front /offside front brakes slightly binding

offside headlamp glass cracked

slight corrosion to offside front inner wing at top

slight exhaust leak

Pass 28 Nov 2011 80,375 miles

offside front brake slightly binding

offside headlamp glass cracked but pattern ok

slight corrosion to nearside front inner wing

slight leak of gases from exhaust joints

slight travel in foot brake

Fail 17 Jul 2010 80,368 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 78,177 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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A531 HPC is a 1984 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A531 HPC, 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

How do I check the history of A531 HPC?

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What year was A531 HPC registered?

A531 HPC is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 June 1984.

Is A531 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A531 HPC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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