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A120 KNG

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,418 mi
Last recorded80,418 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA120 KNG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 80,418 miles

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

Slight mis-fire

Pass 13 Jun 2020 79,714 miles

Nearside Front child seat fitted

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

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

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

Pass 8 May 2019 77,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 77,776 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Under Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2018 76,530 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 May 2018 76,530 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 74,381 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 72,432 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 72,432 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 70,598 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 68,770 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 68,116 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 66,621 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

windscreen delaminating slightly at bottom

Pass 15 May 2010 66,358 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 66,275 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 65,445 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 65,060 miles

Rear axle oil leak.

Slight play in steering rack bushes

Pass 4 Mar 2006 64,527 miles

offside front brake binding slightly

slight play in steering rack bushes

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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A120 KNG is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A120 KNG, 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.

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A120 KNG is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 October 1983.

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