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A513 GVR

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,801 mi
Last recorded83,801 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA513 GVR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 83,801 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 55,125 miles

Coolant leak

play in inner steering rack joints

Fail 18 Feb 2015 55,119 miles

Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Body kit fitted obscuring some structure,exhaust manifold studs missing,front indicators partially obscured by body kit, osf tyre perishing and close to limit

Coolant leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nsf wheel bearing slight rumble,osr wheel bearing slight rumble,rear anti roll bar rubbers worn

Pass 15 Feb 2014 52,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

slight bind offside front brake

Pass 23 Feb 2013 49,397 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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A513 GVR is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 A513 GVR, 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 A513 GVR registered?

A513 GVR is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 3 August 1983.

Is A513 GVR safe to buy?

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