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A172 OTP

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,913 mi
Last recorded3,913 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA172 OTP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 3,913 miles

all four tyre outer sidewall are starting to perish.

Fail 2 Sep 2013 3,899 miles

Nearside Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a) DANGEROUS

all four tyre outer sidewall are starting to perish.

Pass 21 May 2009 3,073 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Oil leak

slight noise from both front wheel bearings

Pass 29 May 2008 2,285 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 1,800 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

corrosion in under side of vehicle by suspension mountings

n/s/r tyre side wall perished

Pass 14 Jun 2006 1,028 miles

some corrosion of both front floorpans but not within prescribed areas

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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A172 OTP is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A172 OTP, 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 A172 OTP registered?

A172 OTP is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 September 1983.

Is A172 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A172 OTP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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