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A853 BCH

1983 Ford Capri

Green Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,421 mi
Last recorded69,421 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA853 BCH
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 69,421 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 May 2023 69,417 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 May 2022 68,762 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 68,060 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 67,921 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 67,844 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 67,395 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 66,785 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 61,798 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 52,987 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 52,987 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 44,522 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 44,522 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 33,604 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 30,389 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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A853 BCH is a 1983 Ford Capri in Green with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A853 BCH, 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 A853 BCH registered?

A853 BCH is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A853 BCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A853 BCH shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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