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A991 OYC

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

56,841 mi
Last recorded56,841 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA991 OYC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 56,841 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 56,830 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 56,777 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 56,775 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive forward mounting area (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 56,409 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive forward (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive forward (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 56,296 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 55,647 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 55,198 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 54,508 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2012 54,508 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2011 54,053 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 53,202 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 53,202 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 26 Aug 2009 53,166 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Slight play in offside steering rack arm

Pass 6 Aug 2008 52,628 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 52,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 51,679 miles

General rust around underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Aug 2006 51,005 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 51,005 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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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A991 OYC is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 A991 OYC, 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.

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What year was A991 OYC registered?

A991 OYC is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 September 1983.

Is A991 OYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A991 OYC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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