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PUY 3Y

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

84,668 mi
Last recorded84,668 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUY 3Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 84,668 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 84,668 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 82,838 miles

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 82,838 miles

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 80,762 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 79,267 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 773,235 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2021 77,329 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 76,473 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 76,186 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 76,147 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 76,136 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 75,937 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 75,273 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 74,630 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 73,987 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 72,251 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 71,413 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 69,924 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 66,322 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 66,303 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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PUY 3Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PUY 3Y, 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 PUY 3Y registered?

PUY 3Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 March 1983.

Is PUY 3Y safe to buy?

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