MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
63,960 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired inner wing (6.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material over axle (1.1.11 (c))
hazard switch panel loose
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Reverse lights not working
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Reverse lights not working
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
wiper blades splitting too n/s and o/s slight corrossion too n/s/front strut top
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Ford Capri?
Based on 101,843 MOT tests across 11,827 vehicles.
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DFV 553Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
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 DFV 553Y, 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.
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What year was DFV 553Y registered?
DFV 553Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 May 1983.
Is DFV 553Y safe to buy?
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