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A409 SDV

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

53,179 mi
Last recorded53,179 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA409 SDV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 53,179 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 53,131 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 53,060 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 52,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre perished/cracked

offside rear handbrake effort low

various areas of corrosion

various steering and suspension bushes/gaiters perished/cracked

Pass 17 Jul 2014 52,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre perished/cracked

various areas of corrosion

various steering and suspension bushes/gaiters perished/cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2013 51,980 miles

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

slight bind to o/s/r wheel

various bits of corrosion under car

Pass 21 Jul 2012 51,582 miles

battery insecure

car been standing

n/s/f tyre slightly perished

o/s/r wheel binding slightly

slight imbalance on rear brakes

Fail 12 Jul 2011 50,619 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

battery insecure

n/s/f tyre perished

slight play lower steering column bush

various corrosion under car

various suspention bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 12 Jul 2011 50,619 miles

battery insecure

n/s/f tyre perished

slight play lower steering column bush

various corrosion under car

various suspention bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 9 Jul 2010 48,891 miles

slight play n/s rack end

slight play o/s/f strut top bush

various corrosion under car

Pass 7 Jul 2009 46,645 miles

front number plate cracked

slight oil leak

slight play n/s/f rack end

slight play o/s/f strut top

Pass 11 Jun 2008 44,352 miles

advise both rear and n/s/f tyres, inner and outer side walls perished not showing cords at time of test.

Fail 10 Jun 2008 44,352 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

advise both rear and n/s/f tyres, inner and outer side walls perished not showing cords at time of test.

Pass 19 Jun 2007 41,741 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 40,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A409 SDV is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A409 SDV, 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 A409 SDV?

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What year was A409 SDV registered?

A409 SDV is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A409 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A409 SDV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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