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FEE 554Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

83,948 mi
Last recorded83,948 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFEE 554Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2014 83,948 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Spare tyre defective

bonnet release cable insecure

Pass 20 Jun 2013 80,205 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 80,205 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 76,891 miles

corrosion forming on underside / sills etc

nearside & offside track control am to anti roll bar bushes deteriorated but no excessive movement

Pass 13 May 2011 75,549 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 74,122 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 74,119 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 72,709 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 72,560 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 72,404 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 72,402 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 72,116 miles

nearside sill coroded in a none perscribed area

Fail 20 Mar 2006 72,105 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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FEE 554Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 FEE 554Y, 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

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What year was FEE 554Y registered?

FEE 554Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is FEE 554Y safe to buy?

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