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A247 LWR

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

79,078 mi
Last recorded79,078 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA247 LWR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2023 79,078 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 79,072 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 79,064 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 79,055 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 78,879 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 78,825 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 78,532 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 78,524 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 78,376 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 78,360 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 78,251 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2014 78,251 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 78,095 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 77,693 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Mar 2010 77,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 77,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 76,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 69,471 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 61,566 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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A247 LWR is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A247 LWR, 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 A247 LWR registered?

A247 LWR is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is A247 LWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A247 LWR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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