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A840 MHD

1984 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,524 mi
Last recorded46,524 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA840 MHD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 46,524 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 45,979 miles

All Brake Pipes Covered In Grease

Fail 1 Aug 2024 45,962 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake cable damaged Rear brake cable frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes are covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Prop shaft bearing has slight play Prop doughnut (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 45,523 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 45,093 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 44,613 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 44,403 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 44,051 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 43,829 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 43,576 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 43,342 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 42,881 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 42,860 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 42,314 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 41,776 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 41,776 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 40,716 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2006 38,708 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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A840 MHD is a 1984 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A840 MHD, 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 A840 MHD registered?

A840 MHD is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 January 1984.

Is A840 MHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A840 MHD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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