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A585 JLV

1984 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,310 mi
Last recorded11,310 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2009
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA585 JLV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2009 11,310 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

slight play in rack

Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,917 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 5,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 1,556 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 829 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 98,553 miles

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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A585 JLV is a 1984 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A585 JLV, 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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What year was A585 JLV registered?

A585 JLV is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 April 1984.

Is A585 JLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A585 JLV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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