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A163 EDA

1983 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,903 mi
Last recorded44,903 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA163 EDA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 44,903 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 44,902 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 44,902 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 44,765 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,473 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 43,765 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,631 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 64,739 miles

advise various suspension bushes some perishing present but not excessive

advise vehicle underside has corrosion present but not excessive at present

Pass 1 Aug 2006 64,415 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 27 Jul 2006 64,359 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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A163 EDA is a 1983 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A163 EDA, 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 A163 EDA?

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What year was A163 EDA registered?

A163 EDA is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 16 September 1983.

Is A163 EDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A163 EDA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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