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B442 AKG

1984 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

82,082 mi
Last recorded82,082 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB442 AKG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 82,082 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 81,992 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 81,976 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 81,976 miles

Nearside Rear Towbar attachment insecure nut missing (6.1.6 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 81,824 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 81,754 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 81,632 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 81,607 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 81,538 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 81,456 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 81,233 miles

o/s/r tyre ,cracking to sidewalls

Pass 4 Apr 2012 81,094 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 80,637 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 80,350 miles

slight brake pedal travel

Fail 7 Apr 2010 80,350 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2009 80,265 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 80,265 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2008 80,198 miles

filler in n/s/f floor to sill

Fail 12 Mar 2008 80,198 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

filler in n/s/f floor to sill

Pass 15 Mar 2007 79,907 miles

o/s/r tyre cut in outer sidewall

Pass 24 Mar 2006 79,609 miles

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

corrosion starting on o/s/r chassisa by spring mount

o/s and n/s front floor corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2006 79,609 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

corrosion starting on o/s/r chassis by spring mount

o/s and n/s front floor corroded

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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B442 AKG is a 1984 Ford Capri in Blue with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 B442 AKG, 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 B442 AKG registered?

B442 AKG is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B442 AKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B442 AKG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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