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A995 RLG

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

35,376 mi
Last recorded35,376 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA995 RLG
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 35,376 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 35,044 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 34,715 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 34,488 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 33,812 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 33,091 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 32,047 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 31,192 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 31,191 miles

Central Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2016 30,153 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion quarter panel (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill back (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion quarter panel (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sillback (6.1.A.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

oil leak from offside rear hub oilseal

Pass 21 Jun 2014 28,100 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front to rear fuel pipes untidy

rear end of o/s sill back getting weak

Fail 21 Jun 2014 28,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front to rear fuel pipes untidy

rear end of o/s sill back getting weak

Pass 8 Jun 2013 26,698 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear ends of sills getting weak

washers poor

Pass 21 Jun 2012 25,265 miles

front number plate cracked

rear ends of sill backs weak

white lights behind front number plate

Pass 18 Jun 2011 24,470 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 24,462 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,614 miles

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

external door handles removed

vehicle extensively modified from standard

Pass 20 Jun 2009 20,937 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 19,694 miles

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

n/s front floor getting weak

Pass 18 Jun 2007 18,682 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 18,628 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

rear hub oil leak oil on disc

Pass 14 Jun 2006 16,409 miles

Electric door openers fitted by passed for test purposes

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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A995 RLG is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 A995 RLG, 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 A995 RLG registered?

A995 RLG is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A995 RLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A995 RLG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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