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A150 WJW

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,636 mi
Last recorded68,636 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA150 WJW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 68,636 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 68,088 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 68,088 miles

Brake performance not tested o/s/r leaking brake fluid (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 67,669 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 67,051 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 67,051 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 66,682 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 65,705 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 64,355 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 62,912 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 62,082 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 62,077 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 59,362 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 59,362 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 56,573 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 56,573 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 52,327 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 52,323 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 50,210 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 50,210 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Semaphore indicator switch faulty (1.4.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2008 47,496 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2008 47,487 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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A150 WJW is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A150 WJW, 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 A150 WJW?

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What year was A150 WJW registered?

A150 WJW is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 28 November 1983.

Is A150 WJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A150 WJW shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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