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A774 PJL

1984 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

5,190 mi
Last recorded5,190 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA774 PJL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2022 5,190 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 5,190 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 5,138 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Dipped beam (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 5,107 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. FRONT AND REAR (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 5,105 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/S REAR LEAF SPRING FRONT MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail REAR U/J (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. FRONT AND REAR (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2016 95,034 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Fail 18 Jul 2014 94,939 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 94,939 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 94,774 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 88,739 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 78,166 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 78,164 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 77,300 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 77,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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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A774 PJL is a 1984 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 A774 PJL, 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 A774 PJL registered?

A774 PJL is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 January 1984.

Is A774 PJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A774 PJL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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