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DDF 861Y

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,860 mi
Last recorded55,860 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDF 861Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 55,860 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 54,025 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 50,857 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 46,099 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 36,886 miles

Central Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 33,830 miles

Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door shut (5.2.6)

Nearside Front wheel bearing is slightly noisy

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door shut (5.2.6)

offside & nearside front tyres are perished

offside & nearside steering rack ends have slight play

Pass 14 Apr 2017 31,525 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2017 31,525 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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DDF 861Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Ford Capri models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,621 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 DDF 861Y, 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 43 years old, this Ford Capri is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDF 861Y?

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What year was DDF 861Y registered?

DDF 861Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 May 1983.

Is DDF 861Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDF 861Y 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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