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B550 DMR

1984 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

43,853 mi
Last recorded43,853 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB550 DMR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 43,853 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 43,852 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 43,809 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tailgate struts weak

Reverse lights not working

Pass 5 Aug 2019 43,771 miles

Rear Tailgate struts weak

Pass 30 Aug 2018 43,677 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 43,502 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 43,502 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 43,268 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 42,920 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 42,466 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 42,466 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 41,939 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 41,233 miles

O/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Sep 2011 40,599 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 40,599 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 39,927 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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B550 DMR is a 1984 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 B550 DMR, 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 B550 DMR registered?

B550 DMR is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 December 1984.

Is B550 DMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B550 DMR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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