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A920 ADL

1983 Ford Capri

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

8,487 mi
Last recorded8,487 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA920 ADL
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 8,487 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 7,427 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 6,106 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 4,706 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 4,678 miles

Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 3,206 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 1,822 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 59 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 98,789 miles

Front steering rack play in mounting bushes

Pass 1 May 2015 96,918 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 94,859 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 94,719 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 93,839 miles

(under seal flakeing off in places)

front screen delaminating slightly

osf brake pad shim ont of position

Pass 16 Mar 2012 92,936 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 92,936 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2011 92,303 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 91,483 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 91,359 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 90,641 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 90,628 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2008 89,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 89,903 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 88,701 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Mar 2007 88,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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A920 ADL is a 1983 Ford Capri in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 A920 ADL, 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 A920 ADL registered?

A920 ADL is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A920 ADL safe to buy?

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