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A904 GCM

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 1593cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,351 mi
Last recorded7,351 miles
Recorded on18 May 2007
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA904 GCM
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,593cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2007 7,351 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 7,351 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s rear brake pipe has slight damage †o/s and n/s tyres have cracking between tread patern also o/s rear

Pass 8 Mar 2006 5,785 miles

offside front and nearside rear brakes binding slightly

slight play in steering rack offside, just legal

Fail 14 Dec 2005 5,782 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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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A904 GCM is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 1,593cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A904 GCM, 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

How do I check the history of A904 GCM?

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What year was A904 GCM registered?

A904 GCM is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 8 August 1983.

Is A904 GCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A904 GCM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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