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A91 TGG

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,070 mi
Last recorded71,070 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA91 TGG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 71,070 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2019 71,070 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 70,712 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 70,322 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 69,595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 69,180 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 69,176 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 May 2012 68,351 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 May 2012 68,351 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2011 66,467 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 66,467 miles

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

Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4)

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Fail 27 Aug 2009 65,193 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

clunk off n/s/f suspension when braking but no loose components detected

Pass 27 Aug 2009 65,193 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

clunk off n/s/f suspension when braking but no loose components detected

Pass 7 Aug 2008 63,332 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2007 62,691 miles

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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A91 TGG is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A91 TGG, 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 A91 TGG registered?

A91 TGG is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 15 December 1983.

Is A91 TGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A91 TGG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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