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B551 PNA

1984 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,998 mi
Last recorded54,998 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB551 PNA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 54,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 53,982 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear brake slightly lagging in operation

Pass 19 Feb 2024 52,848 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 51,416 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 48,522 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 47,313 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 46,438 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 44,247 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 41,430 miles

advise slight corrosion nsf brake pipe

advise slight corrosion osf brake pipe

advise slight corrosion osr brake pipe

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 13 Feb 2017 39,094 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 37,159 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 36,909 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 36,390 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 36,206 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 36,075 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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B551 PNA is a 1984 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B551 PNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B551 PNA registered?

B551 PNA is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B551 PNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B551 PNA shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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