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A780 THJ

1984 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,659 mi
Last recorded60,659 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA780 THJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 60,659 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 60,543 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 60,276 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 60,005 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 59,786 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 59,504 miles

chips in windscreen

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 59,289 miles

Central Front small damage to windscreen (not affecting view

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer joiner (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 59,216 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 58,933 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x2 (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,480 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 57,924 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 57,924 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 57,348 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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A780 THJ is a 1984 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A780 THJ, 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 A780 THJ?

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What year was A780 THJ registered?

A780 THJ is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 June 1984.

Is A780 THJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A780 THJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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