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A59 MRU

1984 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,088 mi
Last recorded1,088 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA59 MRU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 1,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 99,458 miles

rear shock absorbers have some play internaly

some corrosion to chassis rails

some play in steering rack inner ends

Pass 18 Apr 2009 94,690 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 94,528 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Upper Steering column universal joint locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 52,789 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 52,783 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 98,329 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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A59 MRU is a 1984 Ford Capri in Blue 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 A59 MRU, 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 A59 MRU registered?

A59 MRU is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 June 1984.

Is A59 MRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A59 MRU 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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