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GSH 886Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,040 mi
Last recorded80,040 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSH 886Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 80,040 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 79,521 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 79,515 miles

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

Underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Fail 1 Mar 2012 79,515 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Underside of vehicle coated in underseal

Pass 11 Nov 2005 79,330 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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GSH 886Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 GSH 886Y, 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 GSH 886Y?

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What year was GSH 886Y registered?

GSH 886Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 May 1983.

Is GSH 886Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSH 886Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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