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A304 APN

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,134 mi
Last recorded90,134 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA304 APN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 90,134 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 89,769 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 89,476 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 89,476 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 87,277 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Floor slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leaks from gearbox, differential, and engine

Fail 25 Jun 2020 87,277 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Touching exhaust (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Floor slightly corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leaks from gearbox, differential, and engine

Pass 2 May 2019 80,640 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam image starting to deteriorate (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 80,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak Water pump ()

Headlamp lens slightly defective Beam image starting to deteriorate (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 74,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2017 68,842 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 67,978 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 67,957 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 67,874 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 67,731 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 67,731 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 67,526 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 67,157 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 66,742 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 66,694 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 65,593 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 65,593 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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A304 APN is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A304 APN, 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 A304 APN registered?

A304 APN is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 13 August 1983.

Is A304 APN safe to buy?

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