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A161 VAF

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

53,969 mi
Last recorded53,969 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA161 VAF
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 53,969 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively borderline fail (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front seat slightly loose

Pass 3 Apr 2019 53,640 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 53,456 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 53,056 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Corrosion to chassis/ inner wheel arch.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Signs of rear spring modification fouling chassis.

Fail 4 Apr 2017 53,056 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Corrosion to chassis/ inner wheel arch.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Signs of rear spring modification fouling chassis.

Pass 13 Apr 2016 52,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 52,431 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 52,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 51,751 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 51,750 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2013 51,378 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 51,235 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 50,808 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 49,010 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 48,680 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 47,918 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 46,628 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 46,626 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

Rear wiper blade worn

Pass 30 Dec 2005 45,202 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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A161 VAF is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A161 VAF, 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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A161 VAF is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 September 1983.

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