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NHU 196Y

1983 Ford Capri

Maroon Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,580 mi
Last recorded82,580 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHU 196Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 82,580 miles

Nearside Front mirror damage

Pass 9 Apr 2022 82,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 9 Apr 2022 82,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 81,737 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 31 Mar 2021 81,737 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Mar 2020 81,045 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 80,798 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 80,360 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 80,298 miles

rear diff slight oil leak

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Jul 2008 80,298 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear diff slight oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2007 80,157 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 80,157 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 79,884 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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NHU 196Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Maroon with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 NHU 196Y, 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 NHU 196Y?

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What year was NHU 196Y registered?

NHU 196Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 18 February 1983.

Is NHU 196Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHU 196Y shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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