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A803 FNR

1983 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

83,752 mi
Last recorded83,752 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA803 FNR
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 83,752 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 873,712 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 873,712 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 83,695 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 83,617 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 83,591 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 83,571 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 83,505 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 83,390 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 83,344 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 83,193 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

has corrotion to under side

Pass 12 Jun 2010 82,700 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 81,626 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 81,626 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 81,355 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 80,596 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 79,497 miles

surface rust on floor pan,seals and brake pipes

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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A803 FNR is a 1983 Ford Capri in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 A803 FNR, 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 A803 FNR registered?

A803 FNR is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A803 FNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A803 FNR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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