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ADY 582D

1983 Ford Capri

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,263 mi
Last recorded61,263 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADY 582D
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 61,263 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 60,594 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 59,283 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 57,129 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2012 54,605 miles

Battery insecure

Coolant expansion tank insecure

Exhaust system corroded in places

Exhaust system poorly fitted -- touching bodywork

N/S/R Seat belt removed -- not fitted at time of test

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

Slight surface corrosion on underside of car

Fail 9 Jul 2012 54,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Battery insecure

Coolant expansion tank insecure

Exhaust system corroded in places

Exhaust system poorly fitted -- touching bodywork

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

Slight surface corrosion on underside

Pass 3 Jun 2011 54,605 miles

Both front brake discs corroded.

General corrosion to suspension components

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

Fail 19 May 2011 54,605 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both front brake discs corroded.

General corrosion to suspension components

General corrosion to underside of vehicle.

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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ADY 582D is a 1983 Ford Capri in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ADY 582D, 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 ADY 582D?

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What year was ADY 582D registered?

ADY 582D is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 5 August 1983.

Is ADY 582D safe to buy?

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