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A874 NVX

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

43,022 mi
Last recorded43,022 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA874 NVX
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 43,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 43,022 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 42,440 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 42,433 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced middle section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2015 42,395 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 May 2014 38,780 miles

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 34,583 miles

Both front chassis railos repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Both front seat mountings repaired by welding (floor).

Both outer sills repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Both rear chassis rails repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Engine oil leaks.

Floor pan repaired by welding and in poor condition.

N/S/F Out rigger/floor damaged and corroded.

O/S and N/S Under body cowling corroded (anti-roll bar "d" bush mounting area.)

O/S/F Strut support paneling corroded at upper section.

Windscreen damaged.

Fail 1 May 2013 34,551 miles

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

Both front chassis railos repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Both front seat mountings repaired by welding (floor).

Both outer sills repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Both rear chassis rails repaired by welding and in poor condition.

Engine oil leaks.

Floor pan repaired by welding and in poor condition.

N/S/F Out rigger/floor damaged and corroded.

O/S and N/S Under body cowling corroded (anti-roll bar "d" bush mounting area.)

O/S/F Strut support paneling corroded at upper section.

Windscreen damaged.

Pass 11 May 2012 29,195 miles

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

Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

fuel tank strap corroding

n/s front floor/outrigger corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2006 28,584 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 28,504 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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A874 NVX is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Capri fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 4,143 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A874 NVX, 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 A874 NVX registered?

A874 NVX is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A874 NVX safe to buy?

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