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A157 HDD

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

40,458 mi
Last recorded40,458 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA157 HDD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2023 40,458 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 40,357 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 40,357 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 40,064 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 40,063 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 39,936 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 39,612 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 39,612 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 38,911 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 38,911 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 38,672 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 38,178 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 37,506 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 37,506 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 37,108 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 37,108 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 4 Apr 2012 35,275 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 35,275 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 34,482 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 33,713 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,208 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 32,911 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 32,561 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 31,625 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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A157 HDD is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 A157 HDD, 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

How do I check the history of A157 HDD?

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What year was A157 HDD registered?

A157 HDD is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 October 1983.

Is A157 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A157 HDD shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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