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A363 SGT

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

56,361 mi
Last recorded56,361 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA363 SGT
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2026 56,361 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2025 56,038 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2025 56,032 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Brake proportioning valve (within engine bay) (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 55,570 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 55,153 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 54,595 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively All 3 drive belts slightly cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 53,931 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 53,386 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish on sidewalls

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced (nearside weaker than offside)

Pass 9 Aug 2019 52,902 miles

Rear Brake balance slightly uneven (nearside weaker than offside)

Pass 11 Aug 2018 52,520 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 52,102 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 51,721 miles

Slight corrosion rear brake pipes.

Fail 13 Aug 2016 51,720 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Slight corrosion rear brake pipes.

Pass 25 Aug 2015 51,263 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 51,263 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 50,488 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 50,012 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres perished on sidewall

Pass 30 Aug 2012 49,269 miles

OSF lower ball joint rubber boot perished but not split through at present

Pass 22 Aug 2011 48,642 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 48,269 miles

Oil on N/S/R brake back plate

Slight play in front wheel bearings

Surface corrosion O/S/F floor & rear inner sills

Pass 19 Aug 2009 47,304 miles

slight oil leak lhr hub

Pass 28 Aug 2008 45,210 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 41,265 miles

slight play front w/bearings

Pass 1 Sep 2006 37,572 miles

Please see original advisory notice 802423746293

Fail 31 Aug 2006 37,565 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Corrosion is evident to RHF inner wheel arch cover plate and to rhf lower inner flitch panel. This corrosion is not within an MOT testable prescribed area

Front brake hoses are of a braided construction

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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

RHF lower Track Control Arm to Anti-Roll Bar rear bush displaced

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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A363 SGT is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 A363 SGT, 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

How do I check the history of A363 SGT?

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What year was A363 SGT registered?

A363 SGT is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A363 SGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A363 SGT shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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