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A791 WFW

1984 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,818 mi
Last recorded4,818 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA791 WFW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 4,818 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 4,818 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 4,405 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 4,405 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 4,104 miles

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

exstensive welding has been carried out ochassis

Fail 17 Dec 2009 4,096 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front track exsessively towing out

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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A791 WFW is a 1984 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A791 WFW, 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 A791 WFW registered?

A791 WFW is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 May 1984.

Is A791 WFW safe to buy?

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