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NDM 229Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

83,424 mi
Last recorded83,424 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDM 229Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 83,424 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 83,031 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill areas (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 82,832 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 May 2016 82,333 miles

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.2.6)

advise nsr tyre perished

advise play inner steering

Pass 8 Sep 2014 82,225 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2014 82,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 81,922 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 81,163 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front and Nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2011 80,326 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 77,874 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 77,684 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 77,562 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 77,132 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 77,114 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 76,404 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 76,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 75,676 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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NDM 229Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NDM 229Y, 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 NDM 229Y?

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What year was NDM 229Y registered?

NDM 229Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 May 1983.

Is NDM 229Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NDM 229Y shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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