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A638 SJD

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,565 mi
Last recorded84,565 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA638 SJD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 84,565 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 84,522 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 84,522 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 84,503 miles

Body has slight corrosion Nearside front and offside front inner wheel arches (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

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

Oil leak ()

offside rear and nearside rear tyres cracking but does not show cords

Fail 24 Mar 2018 84,503 miles

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

Body has slight corrosion Nearside front and offside front inner wheel arches (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake slight bind

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

Oil leak ()

offside rear and nearside rear tyres cracking but does not show cords

Pass 25 Nov 2016 84,355 miles

centre exhaust rubber missing

n/s/f inner arch / sill corroded

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f inner arch /sill corroded

o/s/r tyre split and perished

Fail 15 Nov 2016 84,355 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

centre exhaust rubber missing

n/s/f inner arch / sill corroded

n/s/r inner 1/4 panel corroded

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f inner arch /sill corroded

o/s/r tyre split and perished

Pass 4 Nov 2014 84,172 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 84,169 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

near side front tyre side wall cracking

Pass 30 Jul 2011 84,036 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 83,980 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 83,835 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 83,831 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 83,673 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 83,589 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 83,471 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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A638 SJD is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 A638 SJD, 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 A638 SJD registered?

A638 SJD is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1983.

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