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HYB 158Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,599 mi
Last recorded92,599 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYB 158Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 92,599 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front floor to sill corroded not to weaken structure

Pass 9 Mar 2022 90,735 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner wing/floor area slightly corroded not within structural area

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear bump stop missing

Offside Rear - wheel arch area corroded

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component - rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 90,200 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner wing slightly corroded not within structural area

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 90,171 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front inner wing corroded not within structural area

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 90,011 miles

Both rear leaf spring front mount brackets slightly corroded

Fuel tank seam joints slightly damp

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded but not within anything structural

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack input shaft seal (2.1.5 (a))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Centre doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear Diff plate corroded and slightly leaking

Fail 12 Dec 2019 90,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure Bolts loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear leaf spring front mount brackets slightly corroded

Coolant leak

Fuel seam joints slightly damp possible tank leaking

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded but not within anything structural

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From in the valley/inlet manifold (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack input seal (2.1.5 (a))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Centre doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Rear diff plate corroded and leaking slightly

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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HYB 158Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HYB 158Y, 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 HYB 158Y registered?

HYB 158Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is HYB 158Y safe to buy?

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