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A251 VMG

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,143 mi
Last recorded86,143 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA251 VMG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 86,143 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 86,143 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering inappropriately repaired no belt (2.3.7)

Power steering ram(s) anchorage insecure bolts loose (2.3.4a)

Propshaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing two bolts fitted to axle two bolts missing from axle flange ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 86,143 miles

Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened Both Sides (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2015 86,143 miles

Front Braking system leaking Both calipers (3.6.A.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened Both Sides (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2009 29,800 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,062 miles

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

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 21,138 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 21,126 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2006 17,485 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,485 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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A251 VMG is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A251 VMG, 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 A251 VMG registered?

A251 VMG is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 20 October 1983.

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