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A926 MVW

1983 Ford Capri

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,060 mi
Last recorded92,060 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA926 MVW
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 92,060 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 92,045 miles

Front Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 92,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 92,001 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 91,988 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 91,578 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 May 2021 91,578 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 90,884 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 90,884 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 89,602 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Strut mount under bonnet (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 88,133 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 86,513 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 85,053 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 82,104 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 78,884 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 77,088 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 91,891 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 91,839 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 91,580 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 91,572 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 May 2008 91,299 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 91,176 miles

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

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

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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A926 MVW is a 1983 Ford Capri in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 A926 MVW, 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 A926 MVW registered?

A926 MVW is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 10 August 1983.

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The MOT history for A926 MVW shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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