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A2 MFS

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,353 mi
Last recorded71,353 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 MFS
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2022 71,353 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 71,336 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 71,323 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 71,182 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 69,794 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Mar 2015 69,794 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

both rear hubs damp

Pass 1 Mar 2014 68,607 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2013

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

advancing underbody corrosion

all rear metal brake pipes corroding

engine oil leak

n/s/r diff seal leaking

o/s/f wheel bearing slight play

Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,547 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 63,354 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 61,656 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 61,051 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 61,051 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 19 May 2007 60,603 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 58,531 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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A2 MFS is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 A2 MFS, 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 A2 MFS registered?

A2 MFS is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A2 MFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 MFS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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