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B550 UTR

1984 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,825 mi
Last recorded23,825 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB550 UTR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,825 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 21,704 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,704 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 21,515 miles

both front seat runners in poor condition

front brake flexi hoses perished slightly

front drivers seat belt frayed

front number plate in poor condition

oil leaks on engine gearbox and diff

patches of corrosion around front top mounts

radiator in poor condition

Pass 10 Aug 2009 20,786 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both sides front wheel bearings worn

Pass 11 Aug 2008 20,346 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 19,805 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside front wheel bearing slight play

Pass 15 Aug 2006 18,345 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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 UTR is a 1984 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 UTR, 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 UTR registered?

B550 UTR is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 October 1984.

Is B550 UTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B550 UTR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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