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A31 NHJ

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,371 mi
Last recorded11,371 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA31 NHJ
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 11,371 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 10,369 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 7,995 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 6,499 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 4,882 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2017 4,882 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 May 2016 3,562 miles

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

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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 NHJ is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A31 NHJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A31 NHJ registered?

A31 NHJ is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 22 August 1983.

Is A31 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A31 NHJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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