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A102 GFY

1983 Ford Capri

Orange Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

68,371 mi
Last recorded68,371 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA102 GFY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 68,371 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 68,019 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 28 Oct 2010 66,501 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 1 May 2009 61,104 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OSF tyre outer sidewall has age-related cracking

Fail 30 Apr 2009 61,101 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OSF tyre outer sidewall has age-related cracking

Pass 8 Oct 2007 60,936 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 60,931 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 59,168 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 59,151 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Oct 2005 57,213 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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A102 GFY is a 1983 Ford Capri in Orange with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A102 GFY, 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 A102 GFY registered?

A102 GFY is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A102 GFY safe to buy?

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