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A459 FFH

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

12,502 mi
Last recorded12,502 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA459 FFH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 12,502 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 12,473 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 12,473 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 12,465 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 12,457 miles

emits blue smoke

Pass 5 Jun 2020 12,441 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 12,441 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2019 12,433 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 12,419 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 11,882 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 11,874 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,663 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 11,344 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,826 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 10,826 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 10,750 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 10,750 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 10,131 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

slight play in steering rack pinion

Fail 10 Mar 2011 10,131 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Propshaft component defective

Battery insecure

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

Front bumper insecure

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

differential oil leak

gearbox oil leak

slight play in steering rack pinion

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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A459 FFH is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 A459 FFH, 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 A459 FFH registered?

A459 FFH is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 4 August 1983.

Is A459 FFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A459 FFH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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