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A771 OBK

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,480 mi
Last recorded54,480 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2024
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA771 OBK
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2024 54,480 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 54,311 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 54,282 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 54,042 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 53,949 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 53,464 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 53,297 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 53,164 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 52,399 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 50,421 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 45,260 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 41,062 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 26,043 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 31,646 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 31,354 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 46,654 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 40,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Oil leak

both front floors corroded

both front inner wings corroded to excess

both rear chassis legs corroded

n/s/r bumpstop missing

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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A771 OBK is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A771 OBK, 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 A771 OBK registered?

A771 OBK is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A771 OBK safe to buy?

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