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LDY 923Y

1983 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,830 mi
Last recorded8,830 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDY 923Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,830 miles

rear brakes some imbalance

some repair work carried out in various places along chassis and underside

some suspension bushes weak and poor

Fail 27 Apr 2009 8,826 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes some imbalance

some repair work carried out in various places along chassis and underside

some suspension bushes weak and poor

Pass 4 Apr 2007 5,982 miles

chassis and underbody rust forming on and near perscribed areas

metal pipes rusted brakes

rear wheels slight binding

some suspension bushes perishing and splitting

Fail 27 Apr 2006 5,965 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both front shockers mounts rusty under bonnet

both rear chassis rusty around spring mounts

car hass been welded in parst

discs rusty

engine oil leack

exhaust rubbers perreshing

floor pans rusty

inner and outer sills rusty

slight play and noise off side front wheel bearing

slight play near side front top mount

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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LDY 923Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 LDY 923Y, 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 LDY 923Y registered?

LDY 923Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 July 1983.

Is LDY 923Y safe to buy?

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