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BPA 333Y

1983 Ford Capri

White Petrol 2935cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

97,632 mi
Last recorded97,632 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2014
Typical for 1983 Ford Capri55,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPA 333Y
MakeFord
ModelCapri
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,935cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2014 97,632 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2014 97,632 miles

Oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2013 94,784 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 94,784 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 93,825 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

nsf plus osf brake discs slightly corroded plus pitted

Pass 17 May 2009 93,045 miles

Oil leak

both floor pans and road springs mounting areas been repaired before

both front seats slightly insecure

n/s/f brake spring not fitted

rear bumper not fitted

Fail 15 May 2009 93,045 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

both front seats slightly insecure

floor pans and road springs mounting areas been repaired before

n/s/f brake spring not fitted

rear bumper not fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2006 88,670 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 88,670 miles

Anti-roll bar which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

advancing under body corrosion

front registration plate cracked

rear diff oil leak

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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BPA 333Y is a 1983 Ford Capri in White with a 2,935cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 BPA 333Y, 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 BPA 333Y registered?

BPA 333Y is a 1983 Ford Capri, first registered on 29 April 1983.

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