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A31 GDD

1983 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

89,660 mi
Last recorded89,660 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA31 GDD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 89,660 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both wiper blades split

corrosion to offside front wing top above headlight

Pass 9 Jun 2014 82,751 miles

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 82,751 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 82,477 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front windscreen has slight misting around outer edge

Fail 17 Jun 2011 82,465 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Front Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

corrosion and repairs to both front inner wings

corrosion and repairs to sills

corrosion on floors/ floors to sills

corrosion on o/s/f brake pipe

corrosion on rear chassis/floors by spring mounting

n/s/f brake hose perishing

o/s/f top suspension mounting siezing

rear bump stop missing

repair to fuel tank borderline

security of fuel pump borderline

windscreen

Pass 3 Jun 2010 81,733 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 81,518 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 81,516 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,694 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion n/s/f as marked

slight bind from rear brakes

Fail 20 Mar 2008 16,653 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

corrosion n/s/f as marked

Pass 23 Mar 2007 15,280 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 15,280 miles

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

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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A31 GDD is a 1983 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A31 GDD, 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 A31 GDD registered?

A31 GDD is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 August 1983.

Is A31 GDD safe to buy?

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