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B474 XTS

1984 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,893 mi
Last recorded87,893 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB474 XTS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 87,893 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 87,877 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both fronts ()

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 87,337 miles

slight corrosion front discs (looks like has been standing)

turbo actuator pipe adrift

Fail 12 Feb 2021 87,337 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion front discs (looks like has been standing)

turbo actuator pipe adrift

Pass 25 Mar 2019 86,369 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 86,331 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 85,571 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Dec 2017 85,559 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 80,371 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 76,927 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 76,343 miles

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

front tyres worn on edges

rear brakes slighty binding

Fail 1 Jul 2013 76,343 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front tyres worn on edges

rear brakes slighty binding

Pass 3 Apr 2009 76,090 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 74,085 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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B474 XTS is a 1984 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 B474 XTS, 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 B474 XTS registered?

B474 XTS is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B474 XTS safe to buy?

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