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LTL 91Y

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

55,285 mi
Last recorded55,285 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLTL 91Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 55,285 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 55,051 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2025 55,046 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both sides (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 54,922 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2022 54,775 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 54,639 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 54,579 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 54,565 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 53,577 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Apr 2017 53,165 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 52,794 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 52,357 miles

Brake pipes heavily greased, some light corrosion present, does not appear excessive

Engine oil leak

Pass 1 May 2014 52,021 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Oil weepage from rear axle backplate

Pass 23 Apr 2013 51,391 miles

Brake pipes all coated in thick underseal, some corrosion present, does not appear excessive

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Minor oil leak from rear engine oil seal

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 May 2012 50,494 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 49,580 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 49,580 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,982 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 47,953 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 47,343 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 47,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 May 2007 45,702 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 44,345 miles

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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LTL 91Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 LTL 91Y, 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 LTL 91Y registered?

LTL 91Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 July 1983.

Is LTL 91Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LTL 91Y shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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