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A37 UOH

1983 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,766 mi
Last recorded27,766 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2010
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA37 UOH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2010 27,766 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 27,766 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,720 miles

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

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

headlamps deteriorating

nearside mirror missing

non standard exhaust fitted

skirt kit fitted

underbody corosion and previous repairs

Fail 12 Jun 2009 27,720 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

headlamps deteriorating

nearside mirror missing

non standard exhaust fitted

skirt kit fitted

underbody corosion and previous repairs

Pass 17 May 2008 26,238 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 21,165 miles

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion o/s & n/s inner and outer sill

Pass 12 May 2006 65,261 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 20,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

General corrosion starting to show in boot floor, inner wings and underbody area

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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A37 UOH is a 1983 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A37 UOH, 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 A37 UOH registered?

A37 UOH is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is A37 UOH safe to buy?

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