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VMO 563Y

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,873 mi
Last recorded39,873 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMO 563Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 39,873 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 39,802 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 83,009 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

bolt missing from exhaust manifold

both front coil springs smaller than suspension cups fitted but not loose and are fully surported.

Fail 1 Apr 2009 83,004 miles

Centre Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

bolt missing from exhaust manifold

o/s wiper blade in poor state

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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VMO 563Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VMO 563Y, 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 VMO 563Y registered?

VMO 563Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 May 1983.

Is VMO 563Y safe to buy?

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