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A989 MUD

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,523 mi
Last recorded57,523 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA989 MUD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 57,523 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 57,482 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 57,464 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 57,353 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 57,251 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 57,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 56,631 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 56,605 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front jacking point damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front jacking point damaged

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Aug 2018 56,585 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front jacking point damaged

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front jacking point damaged

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 55,192 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,766 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 May 2014 54,023 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 52,614 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in nearside front track rod arm

Pass 5 May 2012 51,471 miles

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

Oil leak

small chip in off side front headlamp lense

Fail 19 Jun 2009 45,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Slight play in steering rack, nearside

Pass 19 Jun 2009 45,975 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight play in steering rack, nearside

Pass 28 May 2008 43,477 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 42,086 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2006 40,351 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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A989 MUD is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A989 MUD, 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 A989 MUD registered?

A989 MUD is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 January 1984.

Is A989 MUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A989 MUD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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