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A80 FHN

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,300 mi
Last recorded1,300 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA80 FHN
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 1,300 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 971 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2022 951 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill / floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyres badly perished and worn on inner shoulders

Oil leak on engine and gearbox

Rear Tyres perished

Pass 10 May 2021 935 miles

Coolant system leaking and hissing under pressure

Fail 3 Aug 2020 926 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Low effort foot & p brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter housing (suspect) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 81 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 98,938 miles

Front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 20 May 2016 97,834 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 97,740 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight corrosive swelling o/s front suspension turret.

Pass 3 Aug 2013 96,906 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 96,425 miles

Brake pedal rubber worn

Fail 5 Jul 2012 96,425 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Brake pedal rubber worn

Battery insecure

Pass 28 Apr 2011 95,689 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2010 94,005 miles

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

rear exhaust rubber perished

Fail 21 Apr 2010 94,005 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

rear exhaust rubber perished

Pass 22 May 2009 92,280 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 90,308 miles

serface rust on o/s and n/s rear floor and n/s/f floor

Pass 25 May 2007 88,924 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 85,487 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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A80 FHN is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A80 FHN, 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 A80 FHN registered?

A80 FHN is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 November 1983.

Is A80 FHN safe to buy?

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