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A153 GLN

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,644 mi
Last recorded94,644 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA153 GLN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2011 94,644 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 88,414 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 88,410 miles

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 88,159 miles

advise all metal brake pipes

Fail 10 Jul 2007 88,141 miles

Nearside Front Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

advise fron t fuel lines at chassis leg are showing signs of corrossion.

Pass 13 Jul 2006 87,567 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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A153 GLN is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A153 GLN, 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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What year was A153 GLN registered?

A153 GLN is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 30 August 1983.

Is A153 GLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A153 GLN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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