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A59 PPU

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

77,385 mi
Last recorded77,385 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2009
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA59 PPU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2009 77,385 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside front dipped beam headlight possible bad connection ?

rear boot lid shocks defective

Fail 19 Nov 2009 77,373 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

nearside front dipped beam headlight possible bad connection ?

rear boot lid shocks defective

Pass 21 Nov 2008 77,312 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

battery insecure

maybe v.slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

numerous exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated

v. slight roughness in strut bearings with wheels clear of ground

Fail 17 Nov 2008 77,312 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

battery insecure

maybe v.slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

numerous exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorated

v. slight roughness in strut bearings with wheels clear of ground

Pass 26 Oct 2007 76,974 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 76,974 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 75,290 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 PPU is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 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 PPU, 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 43 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 A59 PPU registered?

A59 PPU is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 November 1983.

Is A59 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A59 PPU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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