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A357 GLC

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,301 mi
Last recorded7,301 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2015
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA357 GLC
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2015 7,301 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 7,213 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,203 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 7,114 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 May 2010 6,940 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 6,633 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 6,428 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 6,246 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 6,195 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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A357 GLC is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A357 GLC, 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 A357 GLC registered?

A357 GLC is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A357 GLC safe to buy?

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