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C56 MYJ

1984 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

72,942 mi
Last recorded72,942 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Ford Capri50,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC56 MYJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 72,942 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 72,155 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 72,155 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 71,311 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 70,358 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 69,055 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 68,952 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 68,256 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

slight brake bind on both front brakes

Pass 24 Sep 2012 67,940 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

corrosion starting floor

Fail 10 Aug 2012 67,935 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

battery insecure

corrosion starting floor

rear wiper blade not working

Pass 5 Mar 2008 67,898 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 66,400 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 66,192 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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C56 MYJ is a 1984 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C56 MYJ, 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 C56 MYJ registered?

C56 MYJ is a 1984 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 September 1984.

Is C56 MYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C56 MYJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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