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VJH 23Y

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,589 mi
Last recorded44,589 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJH 23Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Jul 2019 44,589 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 46,612 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 45,583 miles

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

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside front bumper end cap missing but taped

offside inner rear wheelarch corroded through but not within prescribed areas

Pass 11 Jun 2008 40,952 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 33,021 miles

extensive welding repairs carried out

slight exhaust blow from centre

some brake inbalance rear brakes

Pass 19 Jun 2006 31,850 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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VJH 23Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VJH 23Y, 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 VJH 23Y registered?

VJH 23Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 May 1983.

Is VJH 23Y safe to buy?

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