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A28 KVR

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

5,482 mi
Last recorded5,482 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA28 KVR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2023 5,482 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front corrosion evident

Rear corrosion evident

Fail 5 Oct 2023 5,482 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front corrosion evident

Rear corrosion evident

Pass 16 Jun 2021 104,094 miles

BOTH INNER SILLS CORRODED O/S REAR SPRING MOUT HOLE ENLARGED

Pass 18 Oct 2019 3,934 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear o/s/r wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f tyre wearing on edge

rear chassis drain doles enlarged

Pass 6 Nov 2018 3,099 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front jacking points corroding

corrosion on both wings near strut tops

Fail 29 Oct 2018 103,084 miles

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

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front jacking points corroding

corrosion on both wings near strut tops

Pass 6 Oct 2017 2,942 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 2,595 miles

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY STICKING

Pass 16 Oct 2015 1,993 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 1,074 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 97,693 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 97,693 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 97,656 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 96,674 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 96,674 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 94,859 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2006 94,936 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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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A28 KVR is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 A28 KVR, 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 A28 KVR registered?

A28 KVR is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 21 November 1983.

Is A28 KVR safe to buy?

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