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A209 JEA

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,370 mi
Last recorded96,370 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA209 JEA
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 96,370 miles

brake pipes coated in grease

Fail 18 Oct 2017 96,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower 1/4 panel spring shackle area (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner lower 1/4 panel spring shackle area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 19 Aug 2009 95,628 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 95,628 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 92,334 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 92,334 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2007 89,085 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 77,054 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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A209 JEA is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A209 JEA, 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 A209 JEA registered?

A209 JEA is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 November 1983.

Is A209 JEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A209 JEA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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