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A8 CVY

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 5740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,727 mi
Last recorded71,727 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 CVY
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,740cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 71,727 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 71,727 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 71,599 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 71,599 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 71,506 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 71,394 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 71,192 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 71,175 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 70,927 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 98,584 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 98,380 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 97,449 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

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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A8 CVY is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 5,740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A8 CVY, 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 A8 CVY registered?

A8 CVY is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A8 CVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 CVY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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