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A237 LLL

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,456 mi
Last recorded71,456 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA237 LLL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 71,456 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 70,809 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 70,264 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 68,990 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 68,824 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside outer sills slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 10 Aug 2022 68,815 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both nearside and offside silencers blowing excessively (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both nearside and offside outer sills slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 21 Oct 2021 68,681 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both nearside and offside very slightly binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill lower wheel arch slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 2 Nov 2011 68,334 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 68,229 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

multi points of corrotion on body & structure

Fail 31 Aug 2010 68,229 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

multi points of corrotion on body & structure

Pass 1 Sep 2009 68,097 miles

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

Oil leak

multiple point of slight corrosion on body and structure

Fail 1 Sep 2009 68,097 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

multiple point of slight corrosion on body and structure

Pass 26 Aug 2008 67,681 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 67,211 miles

front brakes slightly binding /brake peddle spongy

Pass 8 Sep 2006 67,065 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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A237 LLL is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A237 LLL, 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

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What year was A237 LLL registered?

A237 LLL is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A237 LLL safe to buy?

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