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A396 KNB

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,352 mi
Last recorded22,352 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2006
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA396 KNB
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2006 22,352 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion both front floor pan area but not in a prescribed area

corrosion nearside rear inner wing but not in a prscribed area

exhaust emissions poor when measured on each side but as a average they pass

filler work to offside front inner wing but no corrosion found

front brake discs rusty

gearbox mounting bracket one bolt loose

outer door handles removed and electronic key fob used instead

sill covers fitted at time of test

Fail 25 May 2006 22,352 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

corrosion both front floor pan area,but not in a prscribed area

corrosion nearside rear inner wing,but not in a prescribed area

exhaust emissions poor when measured on each side,but as a average they pass

filler work to offside front inner wing,but no corrosion found

front disc's rusty

gearbox mounting bracket one bolt loose

outer door handles removed and electronic key fob used instead

sill covers fitted at time of test

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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A396 KNB is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A396 KNB, 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 A396 KNB registered?

A396 KNB is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A396 KNB safe to buy?

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