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A830 TFE

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

137,595 mi
Last recorded137,595 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA830 TFE
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 137,595 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 37,311 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 36,921 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 36,195 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 36,195 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 35,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 34,816 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 34,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 33,549 miles

slight movement osf steering arm

Fail 7 Jun 2012 31,775 miles

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 31,775 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 29,625 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 27,500 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 23,864 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 21,412 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 19,840 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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A830 TFE is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 A830 TFE, 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 A830 TFE registered?

A830 TFE is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 November 1983.

Is A830 TFE safe to buy?

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