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A999 VGH

1984 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

86,776 mi
Last recorded86,776 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA999 VGH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 86,776 miles

Bumpers removed

Fail 26 Apr 2024 86,776 miles

Bumpers removed

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

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 86,776 miles

Bumpers missing

Fail 28 Apr 2023 86,776 miles

Bumpers missing

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2014 86,776 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

both front coil springs corroded

engine oil leak

front brake discs corroded and pitted

rear anti roll bar corroded

Pass 24 May 2011 86,776 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Chips In Windscreen

Fail 24 May 2011 86,776 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Chips In Windscreen

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

Pass 12 May 2010 86,719 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 82,771 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 82,771 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 81,953 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 76,578 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 76,578 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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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A999 VGH is a 1984 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 A999 VGH, 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 A999 VGH registered?

A999 VGH is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A999 VGH safe to buy?

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