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A878 WUY

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,217 mi
Last recorded49,217 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA878 WUY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 49,217 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer and connecting joint blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 May 2024 49,217 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer and connecting joint blowing. (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Apr 2023 48,919 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Apr 2023 48,919 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 48,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 May 2021 48,040 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 47,744 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,741 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 47,734 miles

Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 47,734 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 47,457 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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A878 WUY is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 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 A878 WUY, 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 43 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A878 WUY registered?

A878 WUY is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 14 September 1983.

Is A878 WUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A878 WUY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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