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A128 GLB

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,466 mi
Last recorded99,466 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA128 GLB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 99,466 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2023 99,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 99,098 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 98,931 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 98,826 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 98,741 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 98,475 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 96,941 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 96,941 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 96,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 2 May 2014 95,664 miles

all tyres perished/worn

front ball joint rubbers perished

fuel tank straps corroded

underside of car has surface rust

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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A128 GLB is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A128 GLB, 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 A128 GLB registered?

A128 GLB is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A128 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A128 GLB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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