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A88 GFD

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,209 mi
Last recorded57,209 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA88 GFD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 57,209 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 56,215 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 55,517 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 54,536 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 54,535 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2016 54,534 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 54,534 miles

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

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

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

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

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

offside front inner wheel arch insecure

Pass 19 Apr 2012 54,506 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside inner wing liner insecure

Fail 11 Apr 2012 54,506 miles

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

Offside Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside inner wing liner insecure

Pass 29 Oct 2010 54,469 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 53,900 miles

crack to n/s upper windscreen

o.s.f shock absorber gaiter deteriorated

o.s.r bump stop missing

Fail 23 Oct 2009 53,900 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Rear Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

crack to n/s upper windscreen

o.s.f shock absorber gaiter deteriorated

o.s.r bump stop missing

Fail 30 Mar 2009 53,898 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Lower Steering column universal joint locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

crack in n/s upper windscreen

light corrosion at drivers pedal box controls at bulkhead

o/s/r bump stop missing

Pass 6 Mar 2008 53,124 miles

Bottom coolant hose deteriorated.

Fuel return hose damaged.

NSF & OSF wheel bearings with slight play

Slight play NS and OS steering rack

Washer pipe split.

Wiring to fuel pump on exhaust

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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A88 GFD is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A88 GFD, 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 A88 GFD registered?

A88 GFD is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A88 GFD safe to buy?

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