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A333 EAY

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,781 mi
Last recorded60,781 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA333 EAY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 60,781 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 60,513 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 60,505 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 60,478 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 60,447 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 59,502 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 57,089 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 55,702 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 55,702 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 54,714 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 54,714 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 54,127 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 54,042 miles

nearside wiperblade starting to smear

offside steering rack bracket has slight movement

oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2010 53,766 miles

offside steering rack bracket has movement when steering operated

oil leak from engine area

oil leak from rear differential

Fail 29 Mar 2010 53,766 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

offside steering rack bracket has movement when steering operated

oil leak from engine area

oil leak from rear differential

Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,509 miles

engine smokes slightly

Pass 19 Mar 2008 53,171 miles

both floors corroded at front end, but not with in 30cm of a L/B/M.

Fail 19 Mar 2008 53,171 miles

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

both floors corroded at front end, but not with in 30cm of a L/B/M.

Pass 19 Mar 2007 52,711 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006

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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A333 EAY is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A333 EAY, 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 A333 EAY registered?

A333 EAY is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A333 EAY safe to buy?

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