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ELV 875Y

1983 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,428 mi
Last recorded23,428 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELV 875Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2015 23,428 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 20 May 2015 23,402 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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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ELV 875Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELV 875Y, 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 ELV 875Y?

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What year was ELV 875Y registered?

ELV 875Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 7 January 1983.

Is ELV 875Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELV 875Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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