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MNH 979Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,241 mi
Last recorded53,241 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNH 979Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 May 2023 53,241 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 52,337 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 52,031 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 50,817 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 47,312 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 1 Apr 2017 45,907 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 44,446 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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MNH 979Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MNH 979Y, 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 MNH 979Y?

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What year was MNH 979Y registered?

MNH 979Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 February 1983.

Is MNH 979Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNH 979Y shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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