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A711 EGV

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,164 mi
Last recorded40,164 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA711 EGV
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2014 40,164 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 38,859 miles

bonnet has corrosion.

o/s/f wheel bearing has slight play.

Fail 28 Aug 2013 38,858 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

bonnet has corrosion.

o/s/f wheel bearing has slight play.

o/s/f wiper blade rubber split.

Pass 15 May 2007 37,452 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 37,438 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

off side rear tyre cracksin tread area

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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A711 EGV is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 A711 EGV, 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 A711 EGV registered?

A711 EGV is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A711 EGV safe to buy?

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