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A896 JHD

1983 Ford Capri

Grey Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,757 mi
Last recorded79,757 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA896 JHD
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 79,757 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 79,696 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valance (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor brace (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor brace (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

oil leaks

Pass 19 Oct 2017 79,683 miles

Offside Front corrosion on inner wheel arch. not within prescribed area

Oil leak engine gearbox and differential ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Oct 2017 79,683 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end nut missing split pin (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front corrosion on inner wheel arch. not within prescribed area

Oil leak engine gearbox and differential ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 May 2015 79,532 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

corrosion to front panel and not within 30cms of roll bar

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 26 May 2015 79,532 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

corrosion to front panel and not within 30cms of roll bar

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 18 Jun 2012 78,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 78,045 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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A896 JHD is a 1983 Ford Capri in Grey with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 A896 JHD, 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 A896 JHD registered?

A896 JHD is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A896 JHD safe to buy?

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