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A945 TEP

1983 Ford Capri

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

65,295 mi
Last recorded65,295 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA945 TEP
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 65,295 miles

Minor corrosion on underbody , suspension etc.

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

Pass 9 Jan 2024 64,213 miles

Minor corrosion on front inner wings, top side of front roll bar mounts and sills.

Fail 9 Jan 2024 64,213 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Minor corrosion on front inner wings, top side of front roll bar mounts and sills.

Pass 5 Nov 2022 64,959 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 64,110 miles

underbody underseal

Pass 11 Jun 2015 63,990 miles

steering slightly tight

under body under sealed

Pass 17 Sep 2011 63,951 miles

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

looks as if most of under body has been welded & under sealed

Pass 22 May 2010 63,817 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 May 2009 62,300 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 58,074 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2007 56,216 miles

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

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

Fail 29 May 2007 56,216 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 53,300 miles

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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A945 TEP is a 1983 Ford Capri in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A945 TEP, 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 A945 TEP?

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What year was A945 TEP registered?

A945 TEP is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is A945 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A945 TEP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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