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A190 CEC

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

54,545 mi
Last recorded54,545 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA190 CEC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 54,545 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 54,545 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 54,158 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion building by rear leaf spring mounts

Fail 4 Jul 2018 54,158 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion building by rear leaf spring mounts

Pass 22 Oct 2016 54,121 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 53,784 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 53,024 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 53,024 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

play/wear in o/s/f steering rack area

Pass 11 Jun 2013 52,568 miles

Emits dense blue smoke on idle/fast idle.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Locking devices on front anti-roll bar mounts/brackets!..

Fail 11 Jun 2013 52,568 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Emits dense blue smoke on idle/fast idle.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Locking devices on front anti-roll bar mounts/brackets!..

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 50,086 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 50,074 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) locking device missing (3.1.4b)

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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A190 CEC is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 A190 CEC, 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 A190 CEC registered?

A190 CEC is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 19 September 1983.

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