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A853 REO

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,911 mi
Last recorded94,911 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA853 REO
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 94,911 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 94,774 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 94,399 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Jun 2015 94,037 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2014 93,928 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 92,606 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 92,606 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

nearside floor corroded

offside front floor corroded

offside front inner arch rear edge corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2011 91,496 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 91,487 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 91,399 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 91,399 miles

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 90,055 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 90,054 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 3,650 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2008 3,650 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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A853 REO is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A853 REO, 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 A853 REO registered?

A853 REO is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A853 REO safe to buy?

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