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A450 AAW

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,584 mi
Last recorded73,584 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA450 AAW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 73,584 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 73,573 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested n/s inop (4.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 23,511 miles

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Mar 2014 73,115 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 72,796 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front tyres slightly persihed

Pass 10 Mar 2011 72,319 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 70,646 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 67,233 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 67,233 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 65,485 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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A450 AAW is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A450 AAW, 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 A450 AAW registered?

A450 AAW is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 September 1983.

Is A450 AAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A450 AAW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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