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A437 VMR

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,511 mi
Last recorded7,511 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA437 VMR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 7,511 miles

Front bumper not fitted

Nearside Front front sill / baulkhead corrosion small hole

Nearside steering rack end

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

air filter support !

wipers not self parking

Fail 18 May 2016 7,505 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure lock tabs (2.4.G.1)

Front brake caliper locking device insecure lock tabs (3.5.1l)

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

Nearside Track rod end loose not locked off / nut loose no split pin (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Track rod end loose track rod end split pin (2.2.B.1d)

Steering rack insecure lock tabs (2.2.B.1a)

Track rod end loose rack to end (2.2.B.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front bumper not fitted

Nearside Front front sill / baulkhead corrosion small hole

Nearside Rear perrished

Nearside steering rack end

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

air filter support !

wheel nuts thread?

wipers not self parking

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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A437 VMR is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc 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 A437 VMR, 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 A437 VMR registered?

A437 VMR is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A437 VMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A437 VMR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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