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A372 YCU

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,876 mi
Last recorded57,876 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA372 YCU
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 57,876 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 57,052 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 56,002 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 55,824 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 55,359 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 55,121 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 55,020 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 54,822 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 54,508 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2016 54,363 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 54,156 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 53,975 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 53,956 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

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

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

n/s/f top suspension bearing slightly stiff on rotation

n/s/r axle slight oil weep

Pass 4 Jun 2013 53,735 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 53,250 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 52,778 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 52,276 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 51,574 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 51,193 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 50,684 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2007 50,684 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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A372 YCU is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 A372 YCU, 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 A372 YCU registered?

A372 YCU is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 23 September 1983.

Is A372 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A372 YCU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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