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EDD 244Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,962 mi
Last recorded78,962 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2013
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEDD 244Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2013 78,962 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 78,962 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 77,602 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 76,530 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 74,005 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 72,583 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 71,593 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 70,017 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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EDD 244Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc 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 EDD 244Y, 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 EDD 244Y?

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What year was EDD 244Y registered?

EDD 244Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 July 1983.

Is EDD 244Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EDD 244Y 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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